March 28, 2008
Sample of the research that unlocks 500 years of secrets
Researchers have undertaken an extensive study of a 15th-century Spanish cathedral altarpiece, and in the process, have unlocked 500 years of secrets involving art, literature, history and religion. Following are comparisons of some of the paintings and their underdrawings. (See the main story for more information.)
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Fernando Gallego |
Infrared mosaic of Christ and the Samaritan Woman, revealing the preparatory underdrawing and changes to the composition © Kimbell Conservation Department |
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Fernando Gallego |
Infrared mosaic of St. Bartholomew and St. John the Evangelist, revealing the preparatory underdrawing and changes to the composition © Kimbell Conservation Department |
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Maestro Bartolomé |
Infrared mosaic of The Resurrection, revealing the preparatory underdrawing and changes to the composition © Kimbell Conservation Department |
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Maestro Bartolomé |
Infrared mosaic of Creation of Eve, revealing the preparatory underdrawing and changes to the composition © Kimbell Conservation Department |
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