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

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Portrait of a Boy" by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. Seeing beneath the surface like this gives it such an eerie feel, almost like peering into the past. What secrets do you think this X-ray reveals about the painting? Curator: It's like an archeological dig, isn't it? We can see Chardin’s process, the layers of thought, the pentimenti. Does it change how you feel about the finished work, knowing all this unseen labor lies beneath? Editor: Absolutely! It adds another layer of appreciation. The hidden effort makes the final result even more impressive. Curator: Precisely. It’s a reminder that art isn't just about the surface, but the journey to get there. That's something to take away, isn't it?