X-radiograph(s) of "Doge Griti" 

Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of "Doge Griti" by Francesco Beccaruzzi at the Harvard Art Museums. It's eerie, seeing beneath the surface like this. What does this reveal about the painting's history or its creation? Curator: It shows the layers of intent, the pentimenti, revealing the artist's process. But consider, too, who had access to this technology in 1938, and what their motivations were in examining this artwork this way. What narratives were they trying to construct about artistic genius? Editor: So, it's not just about the artist, but also about how institutions shape our understanding of art. That's a new perspective for me. Curator: Exactly! These x-rays were often framed through the lens of scientific objectivity, which had considerable power in shaping artistic reputations and legitimizing certain practices.