X-radiograph(s) of "Ephraim Turner" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Ephraim Turner," by John Greenwood. It's fascinating to see a portrait stripped bare like this. What can we learn about power dynamics from it? Curator: Precisely! This X-ray, while technical, offers a unique perspective on colonial portraiture. Consider how the sitter, likely part of the elite, is rendered visible even through the layers of paint. It's a glimpse behind the constructed image, isn't it? How does it reflect the relationship between visibility, power, and representation? Editor: That's a great point! It's like exposing the hidden structures that uphold social status. I hadn't considered the power dynamics at play here. Curator: Indeed. And it prompts us to question whose stories are told and how. It's an intriguing intersection of art, history, and social critique. Editor: Absolutely! This has really opened my eyes to a whole new way of looking at historical portraits.