X-radiograph(s) of "Male Saint" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Male Saint," likely from the school of Giovanni Bellini. It looks like a ghostly image of the original painting. What can we learn about the painting and its history from this image? Curator: This radiograph provides crucial data. We can see the underlying structure, the wood panels, and areas where the paint has deteriorated or been reworked. The image reveals the painting's materiality, offering a glimpse into the socio-economic value placed on art preservation. It also raises questions about the role of technology in shaping our understanding of art history. Editor: So, it's not just about what the painting looks like, but about the whole story around it. Curator: Exactly. Understanding the history of the object itself becomes part of the art's meaning. We see the effect of time and culture.