X-radiograph(s) of "Virgin and Angels" 

Editor: So, this is an X-radiograph of "Virgin and Angels" by Spinello Aretino. It's fascinating to see beneath the surface, like an archaeological dig into the materials. What can we learn from this process? Curator: This image reveals the hidden layers of creation, the very labor embedded in the work. Look at the visible wood grain; what does that tell us about the availability and preparation of materials? It also opens questions about workshop practices and the division of labor in Aretino’s time. Editor: So, it’s about the labor and resources involved, not just the image we see? Curator: Precisely. It prompts us to consider the economic and social context that shaped the artwork. It's about revealing the material conditions of its production and how they impact its meaning and value. Editor: This shifts my perspective entirely; it’s not just about the art, but the whole system behind it. Curator: Indeed. It’s a reminder that art is never created in a vacuum, but through specific, tangible actions.