X-radiograph(s) of "Deposition" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Deposition," based on the work of Fra Bartolommeo della Porta. The stark contrast creates an eerie, almost ghostly effect. What strikes you about its composition? Curator: The radiographic technique reveals the layered structure, offering insight into the artist’s process. Note the density variations, suggesting reworking or pentimenti. How does this altered visibility affect your understanding of the final artwork? Editor: It makes me think about the hidden decisions behind the visible image. Is this a typical way to examine paintings? Curator: Indeed. These non-invasive methods allow us to analyze formal elements otherwise obscured. Consider how this knowledge might change your appreciation for the artist’s skill and intention. Editor: It’s fascinating to see art-making as a process of layering and revision. Curator: Precisely. Such analysis shifts our perspective from surface appearance to structural and material complexities.