X-radiograph(s) of "Man in Armour" 

Curator: This is an x-radiograph of “Man in Armour,” originally by Willem Drost. It's a fascinating look beneath the surface of the painting. Editor: My first thought is of secrets. It's as if the painting itself is whispering, or trying to hide something that we can now glimpse. Curator: X-radiography, of course, allows us to see through layers of paint, revealing earlier compositions or changes made by the artist. It gives us insight into Drost's process, and how art evolves. Editor: It's like archaeology for paintings, uncovering hidden stories and alterations. It gives us a new way to look at classic portraits. Curator: Absolutely, and it challenges our traditional notions of the completed artwork and who really gets to define it. Editor: So next time you're looking at an old master, remember there might be more to the story hiding just beneath the surface.