Morse firstly investigates the disappearance of some missing artwork, then secondly investigates the disappearance of the owner of the slightly lurid works.
The crime itself is pretty good, though not the deepest crime the pair would investigate, but would contain some of the richest characters in the show's history. Morse often took on the aristocracy, but none like Lady Hanbury. Great music, and the usual wonderful production values, the setting is one of the finest in the land.
Lady Hanbury is a wonderful character, so elegant and entitled, Patricia Hodge gives an incredibly memorable performance. Patsy Byrne was great also, well cast.
Peter Woodthorpe is much missed as Max, although his replacement was great, and would have some terrific scenes with Morse.
Very good, 8/10.