X-radiograph(s) of "Sir Archibald Cambell" 

Editor: This is an x-radiograph of "Sir Archibald Campbell," originally by George Romney. The stark contrast really highlights the underlying structure. What do you see in this piece? Curator: The radiographic perspective fundamentally alters our perception. It exposes the hidden layers, the very armature upon which Romney constructed his portrait. Note the density of the paint application, particularly around the face. Editor: So, it’s less about the artistic intent and more about the material composition? Curator: Precisely. The x-ray reveals the materiality of the painting itself, foregrounding the process of creation over the mimetic representation. It is a study in form, line, and the unseen substructure. Editor: That's a fascinating way to consider this. Curator: Indeed.