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

Curator: I find the X-radiograph of "Portrait of a Boy", thought to be by Raphael, hauntingly beautiful in its spectral revelation. Editor: It's eerie, isn't it? Like peering at a ghost. The intersecting bands give it a strange, almost caged effect. Curator: Indeed. The image reveals more than brushstrokes; it exposes the layered history, the physical structure beneath the visible surface, uncovering the hidden anatomy of artistry. Editor: You're right. It strips away the colors and textures, leaving only the bare bones of form. It makes me wonder about the layers of intention the artist worked through. Curator: Precisely! It’s a cultural artifact, capturing not only the artist's intent but also the scientific process of investigation and preservation. What stories do those hidden layers hold? Editor: A glimpse into the past that feels oddly present. Curator: Yes, a testament to the enduring power of images and the many ways we seek to understand them.