X-radiograph(s) of "Christ and Mary Magdalen" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Christ and Mary Magdalen" after Claude Lorrain. It's a ghostly image of the painting beneath the surface. What does this type of investigative view reveal to you? Curator: It tells us about the layers of institutional interpretation. X-radiography became crucial for authentication and conservation in the 20th century, reflecting a growing scientific approach in museums. Editor: So, it's not just about the art, but about how we've come to understand and preserve art? Curator: Exactly. It speaks volumes about the evolution of the art world and its priorities: preservation, attribution, and the scientific validation of art history. Editor: That's fascinating, it shifts my perspective entirely. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. It's important to remember that technology shapes our perception of art.