X-radiograph(s) of "Virgin and the Dead Christ with the Ascension and saints" 

Curator: This is an X-radiograph of "Virgin and the Dead Christ with the Ascension and saints," attributed to the School of Bartolomeo Vivarini. Editor: The ghostly monochrome feels appropriate, like a memory of a painting. The details are fascinatingly blurred, exposing the layers beneath. Curator: Indeed. The X-ray reveals the underdrawing and pentimenti, giving us insight into the artistic process, almost like an archaeological dig into the painting's history. We can see how the composition evolved. Editor: The stark contrast emphasizes the structural elements. The arches above and the figure holding the object create a powerful geometric frame. Curator: That figure, likely a saint with a book, speaks to the enduring power of knowledge and faith, central tenets of the Renaissance worldview. It's a peek behind the curtain, isn't it? Editor: Absolutely. It’s a fresh look at how the piece’s visual architecture speaks to its broader meaning.