History of Jewellery (Theory)

Paper Code: 
TJD-201
Credits: 
T 3
Contact Hours: 
3.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives:

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Impart an understanding of Professional and Historical contexts of Jewellery.
  2. Understand the history and the cultural aspects of jewellery design and metal smithing.

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

 

Paper Code

Paper Title

 

 

 

 

TJD 201

 

 

 

Theme Based Designing

The students will be able to –

 

 

CO12: Use knowledge of the history of jewellery, its production, design, social context and function to inform design decisions.

CO13 : Understand the history and the cultural aspects of jewellery design and metal smoothing

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

 

 

5.00
Unit I: 
History of Ornamentation
  • Brief Introduction
10.00
Unit II: 
Study of historical Jewellery - India
  • Mauryan & Sunga
  • Gupta,
  • Kushan,
  • Chandella,
  • Mughal
     
10.00
Unit III: 
Study of Historical Jewellery- International
  • Art Nouveau,
  • Art Deco
  • Edwardian  
  • Victorian
  • Retro Period
  • Egyptians
     
5.00
Unit IV: 
Jewellery in the 21st century
  • Latest Fashion Trends and Forecast
  • Colour in Gems
     
15.00
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: 

BOOKS RECOMMENDED:

  • The Jeweller's Directory of Shape and Form by Elizabeth Olver
  • Practical Gemology by Robert Webster
  • Gemstones of the world by Walter Schumann
  • Identification of Gemstones by Michael O’Donoghue
  • Gemology (2nd Edition) by Peter G. Read
  • Gem & Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin by Maggie Compbell Pedersen

 

 

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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