X-radiograph(s) of "St Dominic at Prayer" 

Curator: Here we have an x-radiograph of "St Dominic at Prayer," attributed to El Greco, held here at the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: It's like a ghostly blueprint! All those hidden layers, the skeletal structure of the painting revealed. You can feel the weight of history. Curator: Exactly! X-radiography allows us to peer beneath the surface, uncovering El Greco's process. We can see his initial composition, pentimenti, and how he built up the image. Editor: So, it's like El Greco's secrets are laid bare. You can trace the evolution of his idea. A fascinating glimpse into the artist's mind, captured in shades of gray. It's strangely beautiful, isn’t it? Curator: I agree. It adds a whole new dimension to experiencing his work. Editor: A reminder that beneath every masterpiece, there's a world of decisions, revisions, and the artist's persistent touch.