X-rays of Dutch artist's 'Head of a Peasant Woman' revealed something unexpected underneath.
at the National Galleries, said in a statement. “What an incredible gift for Scotland, and one that will forever be in the care of the National Galleries. We are very excited to share this thrilling discovery in our big summer exhibition ‘A Taste for Impressionism.’”Van Gogh was known for reusing canvases, often as a means of saving money. Instead of painting over works, however, the artist would use the opposite side of the canvas.
Researchers are hoping that they’ll be able to fully uncover the newly discovered portrait, although removing the glue and cardboard will require delicate work. In the meantime, they’ll show off the exciting find via the X-ray image, which will sit in a specially crafted lightbox at the upcoming Royal Scottish Academy exhibit.
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