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

Editor: Here we have an x-radiograph of "Madonna and Saints" by Giovanni Battista Bertucci I. It's fascinating to see the figures rendered in this ghostly, layered way. What hidden stories do you think this x-ray reveals about the original painting’s symbolism? Curator: The x-radiograph unveils the cultural memory embedded within the artistic process. It’s not just about seeing under the surface; it reveals layers of intent, changes in the artist's vision, and perhaps even repairs or restorations that have added to the painting’s symbolic weight over time. Think of each layer as a whisper of a past decision. Editor: That's a great point. I never thought about it that way. Now I'm thinking about the restoration as a symbol in itself. Curator: Exactly! Each addition or alteration contributes to the palimpsest of meaning. It allows us to consider how the Madonna and Saints have resonated and been reinterpreted across generations.