X-radiograph(s) of "St. Jerome" 

Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of "St. Jerome" by Petrus Christus, housed at the Harvard Art Museums. It appears like a ghostly imprint of the original painting. What hidden narratives do you see in this image? Curator: X-rays reveal more than just the material composition; they unearth layers of meaning. The skeletal saint becomes a potent symbol of mortality and spiritual discipline. Does the starkness of the image affect your perception of St. Jerome's story? Editor: Definitely. It strips away the comforting details and reveals the core themes of devotion and sacrifice. It's as though the image itself is meditating on the saint's life. Thanks, this was fascinating.