curatorial-research

# Curatorial Research Conduct comprehensive art historical research, provenance investigation, and scholarly analysis to inform curatorial decisions for exhibitions, acquisitions, and publications. ## Overview This skill provides methodologies and frameworks for conducting rigorous curatorial research. It encompasses art historical analysis, provenance research, scholarly writing, and the critical evaluation of primary and secondary sources to support museum and gallery operations. ## Capabilities ### Art Historical Research - Conduct iconographic and iconological analysis - Apply formal analysis methodologies - Research artist biographies and oeuvres - Investigate artistic movements and periods - Analyze stylistic development and influences ### Provenance Investigation - Trace ownership history of artworks - Identify gaps in provenance records - Research exhibition and publication history - Investigate authenticity questions - Document chain of custody ### Source Evaluation - Assess reliability of primary sources - Evaluate scholarly secondary literature - Identify archival resources - Navigate digital humanities databases - Cross-reference multiple source types ### Scholarly Documentation - Prepare catalogue raisonne entries - Write exhibition catalog essays - Document condition and conservation history - Create object files and records - Generate bibliography and citations ## Usage Guidelines ### Research Process 1. Define research questions and scope 2. Identify...