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

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Portrait of a Lady" by Frans Pourbus the Younger. It's fascinating to see the underlayers of the painting revealed. What can you tell me about the materials and process used in creating this image? Curator: This image offers insight into the materiality of the original portrait. Think about the labor involved, the pigments chosen, and the canvas itself. X-radiography allows us to penetrate the surface, revealing the artist's process and potential alterations, challenging our perception of the finished artwork as a singular, static object. Editor: So, we are looking at a representation of the work, more than the actual work itself? Curator: Exactly. It redirects our focus to the making of art, the choices of materials, and the unseen efforts. It is a different form of consumption. Editor: I see! This changes how I think about the value of art. Curator: Precisely. It's not just about the final image, but the entire process.