X-radiograph(s) of "Julius II" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of Raphael's "Julius II". The starkness of the image is striking. What can an X-ray tell us about the art historical significance of the painting? Curator: The X-radiograph offers a unique lens into the painting's creation, unveiling layers of the artist's process. We can explore how Raphael, or perhaps his workshop, may have altered the composition. How does understanding these changes affect our interpretation of the final, public artwork and its historical reception? Editor: So, it's about peeling back the layers of not just the paint, but also the choices behind the image we see today. Curator: Exactly. It highlights the constructed nature of the artwork and the cultural factors influencing its evolution for public consumption. A new way to perceive a well known piece.