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

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Portrait of a Girl" by Neroccio di Bartolommeo de' Landi. It's fascinating to see the painting deconstructed like this. What can we learn about the original artwork by looking at this X-ray? Curator: The X-radiograph allows us to delve into the artist's process, revealing the materiality hidden beneath the surface. Notice how the density of the paint varies? This indicates different layering techniques and pigment choices. What does this tell us about the labor involved in creating this portrait and the value placed on materials? Editor: So, it's not just about the final image, but about understanding the artist's hands and the economic value of the resources used? Curator: Precisely! This shifts our focus from aesthetic appreciation to an examination of production, labor, and the social context within which this portrait was created. It challenges the idea of art as solely an intellectual pursuit. I think that is valuable.