X-radiograph(s) of "Laura" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Laura," originally by Giovanni Bellini. It's fascinating to see beyond the surface of the painting; it’s almost like looking at a ghost. What secrets do you think this reveals about Bellini's process? Curator: It's like an archeological dig into the artist's mind, isn't it? You see those lines? They trace the life of the wood panel itself, but also the build-up of paint layers. It hints at changes Bellini made, a whisper of his artistic decisions. Makes you wonder what he was thinking, doesn't it? Editor: Absolutely. It’s like seeing the painting’s skeleton. So much more than just the final image. Curator: Exactly! It's a reminder that art is rarely a single, spontaneous act, but a journey. That even the most masterful works hold hidden stories beneath the surface.