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Williamstown
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Williamstown (Infrared © Ron Spronk)
Infrared reflectography (exposing pictures to infrared rays) reveals that the Christ Child's toes in the Williamstown panel were originally longer, like they are in the other three paintings. The yellow highlighting shows the original drawing under the paint layers, outlining the earlier position of the toes. This picture was reworked after it was completed, perhaps to conform to the taste of a potential buyer. |
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