X-radiograph(s) of "Madonna Enthroned" 

Editor: This is an x-radiograph of "Madonna Enthroned" by Bernardo Daddi. It's a ghostly, fragmented view. What hidden narratives do you see in this technological gaze beneath the surface? Curator: It prompts us to consider not just the artwork, but its life, its history of repair and intervention, all within a patriarchal art historical framework. How does this x-ray expose the power dynamics inherent in preservation? Editor: So, it reveals the layers of care, but also potential biases in who gets to decide what's worth preserving and how? Curator: Precisely. This is a material culture that has favored certain stories over others. What is revealed when we look through the surface? Editor: This makes me realize that even an x-ray can be a form of interpretation, not just a neutral record. Curator: Absolutely, and whose interpretations are privileged in museums? This x-ray is a powerful reminder to challenge traditional narratives.