To celebrate the release of the BBC's new book The Private Life of a Masterpiece - an intriguing new book about the life histories of eight iconic masterpieces - we've teamed up with art holiday specialists Wordwrite Associates to give away a fantastic painting holiday for two staying in the Apuan Alps, Tuscany from May 18 to 25, 2002.

The Tuscan Experience is based at Peralta, where international sculptor Fiore de Henriquez has created a complex of beautiful apartments surrounded by lemon trees and her own works of art. You will receive expert guidance from an English working artist, so whether you're an amateur or professional you can learn new skills.

Enjoy the best of Tuscan cuisine, visit the historic art centre of Pietrasanta and take in the breathtaking scenery. For a chance of winning click here

Air fares are provided courtesy of Magic of Italy- quality holidays to the most beautiful regions of Italy from the UK's number one specialist.

Intriguing, accessible and beautifully illustrated, The Private Life offers an innovative and compelling introduction to the extraordinary stories and twists and turns of the history of art. To order your copy of this book, visit www.bbcshop.com/art.

Contact Wordwrite Associates on 01206 506100 or email WordwriteUK@cs.com and reserve your magic Italian holiday by calling 0208 241 5135 or to find a brochure call 08705 462 442.