Digital Heritage

Digital records, remote collaboration, and long-term access to collections.

Pigments, Binders, Varnishes, and Artists’ Materials

Explore the materials that shape works of art, from pigments that create color to binders that hold paint together and varnishes that protect and transform the surface. This overview examines how artists’ materials influence appearance, technique, aging, preservation, and the scientific study of artworks.

Technical Art History

Learn how scientific analytical techniques give you more conclusions in your research.

Provenance Research

Provenance research investigates the history of an artwork or cultural object by tracing its ownership, location, documentation, and movement over time. By examining archival records, collection catalogues, labels, inscriptions, correspondence, and historical context, researchers can clarify an object’s identity, authenticity, legal status, and cultural significance while identifying gaps, disputed ownership, or possible loss and displacement.

Art Conservation

Techniques, treatment, and preventive care to protect the historical integrity of an artifact and ensure its survival for future generations.

Art History