X-radiograph(s) of "Christ Carrying the Cross" 

Editor: This is an x-radiograph of "Christ Carrying the Cross," by Jacopo Palma Giovane. It's fascinating to see the layers beneath the surface. What do you see in this piece, looking at it from a formal perspective? Curator: The composition is quite striking. Observe the contrasting densities revealed by the x-ray. The darker areas suggest a greater concentration of pigment, pointing perhaps to the artist's initial sketch or areas of heavy layering. Editor: So, the x-ray reveals the artist's process? Curator: Precisely. Consider the lines and forms--they create a visual rhythm, a dynamic interplay between light and shadow. These elements contribute to the overall structural integrity of the image, inviting us to consider the artist's deliberate choices in building the composition. Editor: It’s amazing how much information is conveyed, even in this monochromatic view. Curator: Indeed. It encourages us to look beyond the surface and appreciate the underlying structure. Editor: Thanks! I never thought about art in this way.