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From the piercing gazes of its figures to the intricate rendering of jewels, textiles, and expansive landscapes, each page brings us closer to the extraordinary technical mastery of the Early Netherlandish painters.More than a visual revelation, <strong><em>The Ghent Altarpiece &ndash; The Anatomy of Van Eyck&rsquo;s Masterpiece after Restoration<\/em><\/strong> offers a compelling account of the restoration process itself, a remarkable dialogue between 15th-century artistry and 21st-century science. In-depth scientific essays by restorers and art historians provide unique insight into the materials, techniques, and discoveries that shaped the conservation of this iconic work. 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