Metal Decorations

Paper Code: 
JWT 402
Credits: 
03
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  • 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 & Proce

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. Jinks McGrath-The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes From Enameling And Engraving To Inlay And Granulation
References: 
  1. Enamelling (The Art of Crafts) by Joan Bolton King (Author)
  2. "Enamelling is the fusing of glass to metal: the two permanently bond together when heated until the glass actually melts..."
  3. Enamelling On Precious Metal By Jeanne Werge-Hartley
  4. Engraving On Precious Metals By A Brittain & P Morton
  5. Antiquites du Bosphore Cimmerien", by Gille,
  6. .Wonders of Engraving by G. Duplessis
  7. Silver Threads: Making Wire Filigree Jewelry by Jeanne Rhodes-Moen
Academic Year: 
2018-2019
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