X-radiograph(s) of "Madonna and Saints" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Madonna and Saints" by Neroccio di Bartolommeo de' Landi. It looks like a grid, with ghostly traces of figures. What can an x-ray tell us about a painting like this? Curator: The grid reveals the painting's support structure. But look closer, can you see the Madonna's face emerging from the shadows? It speaks of layers, not just of paint, but of meaning and devotion accumulated over time. The X-ray reveals hidden construction and memories embedded within the work. Editor: It’s like archaeology, uncovering the secrets beneath the surface. Fascinating! Curator: Indeed. It reminds us that every image carries its own story, its own cultural DNA.