X-radiograph(s) of "Holy Family" 

Curator: This is an X-radiograph of "Holy Family" after Polidoro da Lanciano, currently residing at the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: Even through this ghostly veil, I'm struck by the tenderness implied in the composition. Curator: Indeed, the monochrome tonality reveals the stark contrasts within the subjects, which directs our focus to the formal elements. Editor: The "Holy Family" motif is so rich in Christian iconography – representing not only divinity but the domestic ideal. The X-ray adds another layer, hinting at hidden stories and a certain vulnerability. Curator: Precisely. The radiographic perspective almost dematerializes the figures, rendering the composition into pure structure. Editor: I can see how this rendering highlights the deeper symbolic weight and cultural interpretation of this motif. Curator: A fascinating glimpse beneath the surface, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Absolutely, and I appreciate the way the symbolism resonates across time and material.