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

Editor: This is an x-radiograph of "Portrait of a Lady" by Michiel Jansz. van Miereveld. It's a little ghostly and fragmented. What strikes you about this unusual view of the painting? Curator: It reveals not just the subject, but the layers of history and labor embedded within the artwork itself. The grid emphasizes the power dynamics inherent in portraiture – who gets seen, how, and by whom? Editor: That's a powerful reading. I was just thinking about the technical aspect. Curator: But the technical is never neutral. Consider how access to such technology shapes our understanding and appreciation of art, often prioritizing certain voices and perspectives over others. What is highlighted and what is obscured, and why? Editor: I see what you mean. It makes you think about the whole system of art history, not just the image. Curator: Exactly. It's about interrogating the structures that give meaning to art. Editor: It gives me a lot to think about. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. Keep questioning!