X-radiograph(s) of "Portrait of a Woman" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Portrait of a Woman" by Jacob Adriaensz. Backer. It’s fascinating to see beneath the surface like this, but what does this reveal about the art itself, or the artist's intentions? Curator: It provides insight into the layers of creation and possible alterations. The public rarely sees this. What socio-political conditions allowed, or even demanded, such changes in the image? Editor: That's a great question. It also makes me wonder how scientific analysis shapes our understanding, or even perception, of art. Curator: Indeed! It transforms a static image into a dynamic process, raising questions about authenticity and the role of institutions in shaping art history.