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Editor: Here we have an X-radiograph of Hubert Robert's "Trajan's Column." It's fascinating to see the texture and the underlying structure revealed by the film. What stands out to you about it? Curator: The x-radiograph unveils layers of history, both literal and metaphorical. Consider the power dynamics at play: Rome's imperial past, Robert's romantic gaze, and our contemporary technological intrusion. What does it mean to dissect and analyze an artwork so intensely? Editor: It makes me think about preservation versus interference, but I also see how it could help us understand the artist's process. Curator: Precisely! How does this process of revelation affect our understanding of authenticity and the artist's intent, especially within systems that can often be exclusionary? Editor: This has broadened my understanding of art and its role in society, and how different perspectives change its meaning. Curator: Mine too. This process of revealing the hidden encourages a more critical engagement with art history itself.