X-radiograph(s) of "Maximilian Sforza (?)" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Maximilian Sforza(?)" by Bartolomeo Veneto. It's fascinating to see the portrait rendered in this ethereal way. What aspects of its formal composition stand out to you? Curator: The stark contrast is compelling. Notice the interplay of light and shadow revealing the underpainting, a ghost of the artist's process. How does the monochromatic palette affect your perception of form? Editor: It almost flattens the image, emphasizing the textures and lines. I guess it highlights the materiality of the work, stripping away the illusion. Curator: Precisely. The X-ray medium, devoid of color, redirects our gaze to the formal elements—the artist's brushstrokes, the panel's support, and the very structure of representation. Editor: This has given me a whole new way to consider the physicality of paintings. Thanks! Curator: Indeed, a powerful reminder that beneath the surface lies a complex interplay of form and matter.