X-radiograph(s) of "Sacrifice of Abraham" 

Curator: This is an X-radiograph of "Sacrifice of Abraham," a piece attributed to Andrea del Sarto. Editor: Haunting, isn't it? Like a ghost caught in a storm of light. Curator: Exactly! It's the underpainting that we see here, the artist’s initial thoughts, now revealed. Editor: It makes me think about layers, not just of paint, but of intention. What's revealed, what's concealed... the drama of creating! Curator: And the socio-political context; religious narratives like this one were so important in their time, shaping moral and cultural values. Editor: It certainly offers a glimpse into the master's process, and how artists wrestle with these epic themes. There's a real human element here, even through the X-ray! Curator: It is incredible to consider the way radiographic technology shapes our perception of art history. Editor: Indeed, this glimpse beneath the surface really makes you wonder about all the layers hidden within ourselves as well.