X-radiograph(s) of "Suzanna" 

Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of "Suzanna," by an artist from the School of Rembrandt. It's fascinating to see the underlayers of the painting revealed. What does this radiography tell us about the original artist's process and the materials they used? Curator: The X-radiograph allows us to investigate the material reality of artistic production, highlighting the labour involved in creating "Suzanna." The radiography shows us not just the final image, but the hidden history of material choices and modifications. This reveals the artist's engagement with material possibilities and the economic conditions of art making. Editor: So, seeing the underpainting provides clues to the original artist's intentions and the market? Curator: Precisely. It encourages us to think about the availability of materials, the workshop practices, and the social circumstances surrounding its creation and consumption. Editor: That's a fascinating perspective. It shifts the focus from just the aesthetic to the entire system that made the artwork possible. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. Analyzing the materials is key to understanding the artwork.