Metal Decorations

Paper Code: 
JWT 402
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. To provide comprehensive knowledge about metal decoration.
9.00
Unit I: 
Metal Decorations

Meaning and types of metal decorations

9.00
Unit II: 
Enameling & inlay

The kinds of enamel

Techniques

History

9.00
Unit III: 
Filigree

Meaning & Process

History

9.00
Unit IV: 
Engraving & Embossing

                                                     

  • Meaning & Process
  • Difference between Engraving And Embossing
  • Stamping
9.00
Unit V: 
Granulation work

Meaning

Technique

  • Granules
  • Hard soldering
  • Fusing
  • Colloidal soldering

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes From Enameling And Engraving  to Inlay And Granulation  by Jinks McGrath

 

 

References: 
  1. Enamelling (The Art of Crafts) by Joan Bolton King (Author)
  2. Enamelling On Precious Metal By Jeanne Werge-Hartley
  3. Engraving On Precious Metals By A Brittain & P Morton
  4. Antiquites du Bosphore Cimmerien", by Gille,
  5. Wonders of Engraving by G. Duplessis
  6. Silver Threads: Making Wire Filigree Jewelry by Jeanne Rhodes-Moen

 

 

Academic Year: 
2017-2018
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