X-radiograph(s) of "Holy Family" 

Editor: This is an X-radiograph of "Holy Family" by Andrea del Sarto. It's an unusual view, almost ghostly. It seems to reveal the hidden layers beneath the surface of the painting. How should we interpret this? Curator: It's like peering into the soul of the artwork, isn't it? To me, it whispers secrets of process, revisions, and perhaps even pentimenti – the artist's second thoughts. It reminds us that art is rarely a straightforward creation, but a journey. Editor: So, we are seeing the underpainting, like the artist's sketch? Curator: Precisely! And perhaps more. Think of it as a map, charting the artist's evolving vision. Isn't it fascinating how technology unveils these hidden narratives, transforming our understanding of art's creation? Editor: I never thought about it like that. It's like we're art detectives! Curator: Indeed! Every crack, every brushstroke invisible to the naked eye tells a story. Art and science intertwining – a beautiful revelation, wouldn't you say? Editor: Absolutely. It's transformed how I'll look at paintings from now on.