Real-time MA-XRF imaging spectroscopy of the Virgin with the Child painted by Antonello de Saliba in 1497

The painting was investigated in situ by the use of a novel MA-XRF fast scanner allowing a real-time imaging of the chemical elements characterizing the pigments in the painting. Results allowed us to better elucidate the palette of the artist and its painting technique. The presence of restorations has been evidenced as well and correlated to different interventions occurred over the time.