X-radiograph(s) of "Virgin Adoring the Child" 

Editor: We're looking at an X-radiograph of "Virgin Adoring the Child," by the School of Pesellino. It's ghostly and abstract. What can this type of image tell us about the artwork? Curator: As a representation of art, X-radiographs offer a fascinating glimpse beneath the surface. It reveals the artist's process, like underdrawings or alterations. It makes us consider the layers of meaning and how much of a work's history is hidden from the casual observer. Does seeing this change your understanding of the painting itself? Editor: It definitely makes me think about the role of technology in shaping how we understand art history. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. I agree, and it also underscores the collaborative nature of art scholarship.