X-radiograph(s) of "Christ and Adulteress (copy)" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of “Christ and the Adulteress,” a copy of a painting by Dieric Bouts. The image is eerie, almost ghostly. What do you see in this image that speaks to the cultural memory embedded within it? Curator: The X-radiograph reveals layers beneath the surface, echoing the hidden stories within the biblical narrative itself. Notice how the figures emerge from the darkness, suggesting the themes of judgment, forgiveness, and the weight of societal expectations. Editor: So, the image acts as a kind of archaeological dig into both the painting and the story it depicts? Curator: Precisely. The light and shadow reveal not just the artist's technique, but also the enduring power of the underlying symbols to evoke complex human emotions across time. We unearth the past to illuminate the present. Editor: That’s a fascinating perspective. I never considered how much symbolism could be revealed through an X-ray. Curator: Indeed. Radiography exposes the cultural DNA within art, offering unique insights into our shared history.