As Light Meets Matter: Art Under Scrutiny

A painting attributed to Paul Cézanne undergoes rigorous examination to determine its authenticity. Various scientific techniques, including infrared spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence, and ultraviolet spectrum analysis, are employed to analyze the painting'

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av Teagan O'Connor

av Ashleigh Hampton

av Hannah Farikullah

av Jason Mock

Investigation and Judgement

Conclusion

Uncertainty

Much at Stake

Dr. Wandless' Decision

Art Historians

Brushwork

Very Characteristic

Visual Elements Composed Differently

Unsigned

Scientists

Spectroscopic Techniques

Fluorescence Data

X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF).

Electrons

Pigments

Composition Matching

An Original Nineteenth Century Painting

Four Different Strata

Infrared Spectroscopy (IR)

Pigment Mix Not Widely Used

Animal Glue Binder

Underdrawing

Ultraviolet (UV) Spectrum

Oil Base Shows Age