X-radiograph(s) of "Adoration and Martyrdom of St. Peter ans St. John (altar)" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of Masaccio’s "Adoration and Martyrdom of St. Peter and St. John." It's fascinating to see beneath the surface. What can this X-ray tell us about the altar's creation and the public's perception of religious art at the time? Curator: Well, the X-ray reveals a lot about the process, doesn't it? How the artist might have made changes, the materials used. It also makes you wonder about the socio-political context. What did it mean to depict these scenes for the public, and how did the Church influence these choices? Editor: It's interesting how much power they wielded. Curator: Indeed. Examining these layers gives us insight into the dialogues that shaped not only the art, but the society it reflected. Editor: I never thought about the Church's role in influencing artistic choices. Curator: It's a critical part of art history, understanding the power dynamics at play.