X-radiograph(s) of "Christ and His Mother" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Christ and His Mother" after Rogier van der Weyden. It's a ghostly, almost abstract image. What can we learn from seeing this X-ray? Curator: Well, it exposes the physical structure and evolution of the painting itself. X-rays reveal the artist’s process, the underdrawings, the pentimenti, offering insights into changes made and the materials used. Editor: So, it's about more than just the final image Van der Weyden wanted us to see? Curator: Exactly. It's about the layers of cultural production and decision-making that contribute to the art we experience. It demonstrates how the museum uses technology to understand and preserve artworks. Editor: I see! It transforms the artwork into something like an archeological dig. Curator: Precisely! It reframes our understanding of art history.