X-radiograph(s) of "Self-Portrait"

Editor: So, this is an X-radiograph of a self-portrait by Benjamin West at the Harvard Art Museums. It's quite abstract, almost a grid with ghostly shapes underneath. What do you see hidden in this X-ray? Curator: It’s like peering beneath the surface, isn’t it? This isn't just a portrait; it's a record of layers, intentions, revisions. What I find fascinating is how the X-ray reveals the artist's process, the pentimenti. It’s like the painting has secrets, whispered only to those who look closely. Editor: It's incredible to think about what's underneath and what the artist has chosen to hide. Curator: Exactly! The X-ray adds a layer of mystery, of time and artistic choices, transforming the image into something much more profound. I'm left wondering what other secrets lie beneath the surface of other artworks.