X-radiograph(s) of "Madonna and Child" 

Editor: This is an x-radiograph of "Madonna and Child" by Giovanni Antonio Boltraffio. It looks like a ghostly image. What do you see in this piece, beyond the literal depiction? Curator: This x-ray reveals not only the physical materials, but also the hidden history of the artwork. Consider how power dynamics influence art conservation and interpretation. Who decides what "authenticity" means, and whose stories are prioritized in art history? Editor: That's a completely different way to see it. I was just thinking about the technique. Curator: Exactly! The x-ray offers a subversive glimpse behind the surface, challenging traditional notions of artistic intention and historical narrative. What does it mean to expose what’s typically concealed? Editor: It's like the painting has secrets. I never thought about it this way before. Thanks!