X-radiograph(s) of "Joseph Crawford" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Joseph Crawford," attributed to John Smibert. The image is quite ghostly, revealing the internal structure of the painting. What can we learn from this diagnostic view? Curator: It invites us to consider the life of the artwork itself. What stories do these interventions tell about preservation, about the politics of art history, and about whose stories are prioritized in the grand narrative? Editor: So, beyond just technical analysis, it reflects cultural values? Curator: Absolutely. Consider the power dynamics at play when we decide which artworks to preserve and how. This image is not just about art but about systems of valuation. Editor: That's a really insightful way to look at it. Thank you! Curator: My pleasure. It encourages us to consider art as part of our cultural heritage and the values that reflect.