X-radiograph(s) of "St. Luke Painting the Virgin" 

Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of "St. Luke Painting the Virgin," by an anonymous artist. The figures are ghostly, almost like memories. What strikes you about this piece? Curator: This radiograph offers a unique perspective, revealing the underlayers and the artist's process. It brings up questions about artistic labor and attribution – who gets to tell the story, and whose hands actually shaped it? Consider the power dynamics embedded in the creation and interpretation of religious icons throughout history. Editor: So, it's not just about the final image, but the whole history behind it? Curator: Precisely. The layers of creation and the social context are all part of the story. What does this radiograph tell us about the relationship between art, power, and belief? Editor: I never thought about it that way. Thank you for pointing out the deeper layers! Curator: Absolutely! It's all about critically examining the narratives we inherit and seeing the art within a broader framework.