Michael Bhaskar in his book "Curation: The Power of Selection in a World of Excess" describes curation as enhancing value through selection, arrangement, and simplification, emphasizing its evolving significance.
The role of the curator can be traced back to the early 1800s with Baron Dominique Vivant Denon at the Louvre, who effectively organized an overwhelming collection of art, setting the foundation for modern curation practices.
Historically, curatores during the Roman Empire were civil servants responsible for public goods and infrastructure, highlighting how curation also encompasses oversight and care for society's shared environment.
Today's curatorial practices are multidisciplinary, transcending traditional art curation to include architecture and cultural events, reflecting a broader understanding of how curation influences societal improvement.
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