X-radiograph(s) of "Madonna, Child and Angels" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Madonna, Child and Angels" by Bastiano Mainardi. It looks like a ghostly image, revealing hidden layers. What can you tell me about this piece? Curator: The X-radiograph unveils a fascinating dialogue between original intent and the physical reality of art. How does this process challenge our assumptions about authorship and the preservation of cultural heritage? Editor: That’s interesting. I hadn’t considered how the scientific process influences our view. Curator: Precisely! Consider how power structures dictate what’s valued enough to be analyzed. It makes you wonder what other narratives remain hidden within the art world. Editor: It does. It's made me think about art from an entirely new perspective. Curator: Me too. It's always rewarding to unveil the layers beneath the surface.