X-radiograph(s) of "Henri Albret de Navarre" 

Curator: Here we have an X-radiograph of "Henri Albret de Navarre," a painting attributed to Corneille de Lyon. The film itself measures 6 by 7. Editor: It’s ghostly, isn't it? A peek beneath the surface, like an unveiling. The crosshatching is unexpected, creating a strange grid. Curator: Precisely. X-radiography allows us to explore the materiality of the painting; we can see the density of the pigments and the underlying layers of paint. Editor: Seeing through the image, I find myself thinking of hidden histories and the ways in which symbols can be layered or concealed. What secrets does this portrait hold? Curator: It reveals the artist's process, the labor, even the potential alterations made over time. Think of it as forensic art history! Editor: I see the image as a symbol itself. To me, it speaks of the intersection of power, portraiture, and hidden narratives—quite evocative. Curator: Indeed, a fascinating glimpse into the construction of an artwork. Editor: A fascinating glimpse into a past that refuses to be fully revealed.