X-radiograph(s) of "Portrait of a Woman" 

Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of John Singleton Copley's "Portrait of a Woman." It's fascinating to see beneath the surface, almost like peering into the soul of the painting. What secrets does this X-ray reveal to you? Curator: Well, it's like art meets science, isn't it? Beyond the cracks and repairs, the X-ray shows us Copley's process. See how the face seems more clearly defined than the dress? It hints at where he spent the most time and effort. I wonder, what does it tell us about the sitter, that Copley prioritised the face? Editor: That's a really interesting question; prioritizing the face speaks volumes about portraiture itself, doesn't it? Curator: Indeed. And the X-ray encourages us to look beyond the finished surface and ask, "What lies beneath?" A great reminder for art and life, wouldn't you agree?