X-radiograph(s) of "Cross, Crucifix on Wood" Possibly 1 - 72

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Cross, Crucifix on Wood" after Luca di Tommè. It's fascinating to see the internal structure revealed through this process. What does the composition of the X-ray itself tell us? Curator: The stark contrast emphasizes the formal qualities. Observe the interplay of positive and negative space. The symmetrical composition, typical of crucifixes, is disrupted by the uneven density in the X-ray, revealing the object’s hidden construction. How does this inversion affect your perception of the sacred object? Editor: It makes it seem less…precious, more like an artifact. It focuses on the materials, not the symbolism. Curator: Precisely. The X-ray reveals the material reality, subverting the iconographic representation. This highlights the constructed nature of religious meaning. It’s quite revealing, wouldn't you say? Editor: Definitely. It's interesting how the medium changes our interpretation of the original artwork.