Historic Costumes

Paper Code: 
HCT 322
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to-

  1. To gain knowledge of the significant development in production of textiles in the world.
  2. To assess similarities and dissimilarities in different civilizations in terms of production, Ornamentation and usage.
  3. To acquaint students with the prevailing designs of costumes worn by people of different countries during different periods.
  4. To present before them the historic importance and relevance of the costumes and knowledge regarding the creation of garments by taking inspiration from history

Course

Learning Outcomes                 (at course level)

Learning and Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

 

 

 

HCT 322

 

 

 

Historic Costumes

(Theory)

 

The students will be able to –

COCT75: Explain key techniques of textile history and apply these to the identification of textiles

COCT76: Relate the beginnings of the textile industry to ancient civilizations

COCT77: Evaluate  the design effects of textile masterpieces

COCT78: Develop  understanding of ancient and contemporary costumes of India

COCT79: Describe fabrics, techniques and drapes of different eras and will be able to introduce to today's fashion industry in a more creative way

Approach in Teaching :

Discussion, Interactive Lectures, Power Point Presentation, Video, Demonstrations

Learning Activities for the Students:

Self Learning Assignments, Field Trips

Quiz, Power Point Presentations, Chart/Poster Presentation,  Individual and Group Projects,  Semester End Examination

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
UNIT I: Beginning of Costumes
  • Source of evidence for the study of historic costumes
  • The origin of dress
  • Clothing as an art form
  • Relationship between textile production and its use in dress

 

12.00
Unit II: 
UNIT II: The Ancient World
  • Mesopotamia
  •  Egypt
  • Greece
  • Rome
  • India

 

12.00
Unit III: 
UNIT III: English Costumes
  • English costumes during middle ages
  • Early middle ages
  • Late middle ages

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
UNIT IV: French Costumes
  • Renaissance in France (1500 A.D)
  • Renaissance in France (1600 A.D)
  • Renaissance in France (1700 A.D)

 

12.00
Unit V: 
UNIT V: The French Revolution and thereafter (1790 A.D - 1900 A.D.)
  • The Directoire and empire period (1790 A.D.-1820 A.D.)
  • The Romantic period (1820A.D. -1850 A.D.)
  • The Crinoline period (1850A.D.-1869A.D.)
  • The Bustle period (1870A.D.-1900A.D.)

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Gillow, John and Sentence, Bryan., (1999) World Textiles, Thames and Hudson, London.
  • Jamila, Brij ,Bhushan., Costumes & Textiles of India, Taraporevala Sons & Co. Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai.
  • Akazi, Roshan., Ancient Indian Costumes, Art heritage, New Delhi,.

 

 

References: 
  • Dupont, Auberville., M. (1989) Classic Textiles, Bracken Books, London.
  • Harris, Jennifer., (1993) Textiles 5000 years, Henry and Brans Inc. New York.
  • Houston, G.M., (1954) Ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian and Russian costume and decoration, Adam and Charles Black, London.
  • Philips, Cunnington., (1966) English Costume, A C. Black Ltd. London.
  • Racinent, Albert., Historical Encyclopedia of Costumes, Studio Editions, England.
  • Ghurye, G.S., Indian Costumes, Popular Prakashan, Mumbai.

 

Academic Year: 
2021-2022
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