X-radiograph(s) of "Madonna and Saints Peter and Paul" 

Curator: This is an X-radiograph of "Madonna and Saints Peter and Paul," originally by Neroccio di Bartolommeo de' Landi, offering an intriguing peek beneath the surface. Editor: The ghostly quality is immediately striking. The figures, though obscured, hint at a classical composition, with the linear rhythms and contrasting densities creating a strange harmony. Curator: It’s fascinating to consider the historical context. X-radiography, while a scientific tool, becomes another layer of interpretation, revealing the artist's process and material choices. Editor: Absolutely, look at the ghostly traces of paint strokes and alterations. You can see how the artist builds up forms and revises their initial ideas. Curator: It also raises questions about authenticity and the value we place on original intent versus the evolving history of an artwork. Editor: It's a stark reminder that we perceive art through layers of time, technology, and interpretation. Curator: Indeed. This radiograph invites us to consider not just what we see, but also what lies beneath, both literally and figuratively. Editor: A powerful reminder of the hidden complexities within even the most revered masterpieces.