Fundamental of Jewellery Designing (Theory)

Paper Code: 
25MJD 121
Credits: 
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Create awareness of design and its interpretation.
  2. Foster appreciation of jewellery designing.
  3. Impart an understanding of Professional and Historical contexts of Jewellery.
  4. Understand the historical and the cultural aspects of jewellery design and metal smithing
  5. Utilize the knowledge of the history of jewellery, its production, design, social context and function to inform design decisions.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Learning outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment

Strategies

COURSE Code

COURSE Title

 

 

 

 

25MJD   121

 

Fundamental of  Jewellery Designing

 

 

 

 

 

CO1: Analyze design elements & principles of composition and its applications.

CO2:Develop proficiency in conceptualizing, researching, design process and evolving designs while understanding the significance of motifs.

CO3: Grasp of the historical progression of jewellery, from its origins to key periods in India.

CO4:  Develop the knowledge

regarding the historical and cultural dimensions of jewellery design on a global scale.

CO5:  Analyze the influence of ancient art on design activities and outcomes through the interpretation and analysis of modern Jewellery.

CO6: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration, Team teaching

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions

 

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Design
  • Definition and understanding aspects of design, Designer & Artiest
  • Classification of Design

Elements of Design                                        

  • Point, line, shape, plane, texture, colour, pattern, form and space
  • Lines – types of lines and application of lines
  • Colour – aspects of colour,colour wheel and colour harmonies
  • Texture – Metal textures & finishes
  • Form – space, shape& 2D and 3D forms

Principles of Design                                          

  • Balance, Rhythm, Harmony, Proportion, Emphasis, Unity and Repetition.

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Design process
  • Ornament and ornamentation
  • Concept, research, design development and design preferences
  • Motif: Importance& Types of motif                                   
  • Jewellery Designing an overview
  • Sources & Inspirations
  • Strategy for perfect Jewellery Designing

 

 

12.00
Unit III: 
History of Jewellery:
  • Brief Introduction
  • Indus Valley Civilization
  • Harappan Culture
  • Study of historical Jewellery- India:                                                  
  • Mauryan,
  • Gupta,
  • Kushan,
  • Mughal

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Historical Jewellery periods
  • Medieval jewellery
  • Mayan civilization      
  • Egypt
  • Mesopotamia
  • Greece
  • Roman
  • Renaissance
  • Turkey

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Ancient to Modern
  • Art Nouveau,
  • Art Deco
  • Victorian
  • Edwardian 
  • Retro Period                                                   
  • Latest Fashion Trends and Forecast

 

Essential Readings: 

ESSENTIAL READINGS:

  • Shubhangi, K. Artistic Ideas: Jewellery Designs Fresh from the Drawing Board.
  • Galli , (2000) The Art of Jewellery Design: Principles of Design, Rings, earringsSchiffer Publishing Ltd
  • Galli , (2005) Designing Jewellery: Brooches, Bracelets, Necklaces & Accessories,Schiffer Publishing Ltd

 

References: 

SUGGESTED READINGS:

  • Watkins, D. (2000). Jewellery Design Source book; New Holland.
  • Olver,E. (2000).  The Jeweller's Directory of Shape and Form;Gardners Books
  • Ludwig, R. (2009). Modern Jewellery Design; ArnoldscheVerlagsanstalt
  • Young, A. (2008).Jewellery Techniques: The Essential Guide to Choosing and Using Materials, Stones, and Settings; Potter Craft
  • Austin, D.R., &Geisinger, I. (2000). How To Design Jewellery. Greet Hannah, G. (2002).
  • Elements of Design: Rowena Reed Kostellow and the Structure of Visual Relationships (1st ed.). Princeton Architectural Press

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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