History of Jewellery

Paper Code: 
TJD 201
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

 

Code

Title

 

 

 

 

TJD 201

 

 

 

Theme Based Designing

The students will–

CO14:  Develop the knowledge about the historical and the cultural                   aspects of jewellery design

CO15:  Analyse the influence of ancient art on design activities and outcomes through the interpretation and analysis of modern jewellery.

CO16:  be introduced the different timelines in the development of jewellery.

CO17:  use the costumes of historical significance into contemporary designs.

CO18:  apply ancient art in Latest Fashion Trends and Forecast

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Practical Sessions, problem solving exercises, Demonstrations, Giving tasks, Field practical, Workshop, Laboratory industry visits.

 

Learning activities for the students:

Group and Team Work , Self-learning Assignments, group projects

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

 

9.00
Unit I: 
History of Ornamentation
  • Brief Introduction
  • Indus Valley Civilization
  • Harrappan Culture

 

9.00
Unit II: 
Study of historical Jewellery - India
  • Mauryan & Sunga
  • Gupta,
  •   Kushan,
  •   Mughal
9.00
Unit III: 
Study of Historical Jewellery- International
  • Art Nouveau,
  • Art Deco
  • Edwardian 
  • Victorian
  • Retro Period
  • Egyptians
9.00
Unit IV: 
Jewellery in the 21st century:

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Types of Jewellery

Women’s Jewellery

  • Brooches
  • Earring                         
  • Pendant                      
  • Bracelet                      
  • Anklets
  • Ring
  • Necklaces
  • Type of Necklace :Choker Necklace, Dog Collar, Riviere, Lariat, Y Necklace, Segmented Necklace, Raani Haar, Tapering Necklace & Bridal Necklace

 

 

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Bell, J. (2004). Collecting Victorian Jewelry: Identification and Price Guide. Penguin
  • Cappellieri, A.(2010)Twentieth-Century Jewellery, ‎ Skira; Illustrated edition        
  • Ganguly,W. (2015) Indian Folk Jewellery : Design and Techniques ‎ BR Publishing Corporation
  • Smith ,(2001) The Art of Jewellery (Ancient to Modern Period) Bharatiya Kala Prakashan

 

 

References: 
  • Evans, J. (2001). A History of Jewellery. Courier Corporation.
  • Johns, C. (2013). The jewellery of Roman Britain: Celtic and classical traditions. Routledge.
  • Higgins, R., & Higgins, R. A. (2001). Greek and Roman jewellery. Univ of California Press.
  • Gere, C., & Rudoe, J. (2010). Jewellery in the age of Queen Victoria: a mirror to the world. London:         British Museum Press.
  • Ogden, J. (2002). Ancient jewellery (Vol. 4). Univ of California Press.
  • Sayed, N. A. (2015). Mughal Jewellery: A Sneak Peek of Jewellery Under Mughals. Partridge Publishing.

E-RESOURCES:

JOURNALS:

  • Journal of Gem & Jewellery Industry 
  • Art of Jewellery
  • Diamond World

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2022-2023
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