Course Description
Historical and cultural development of accessories used in the home including ceramics, metals, and textiles. Design and characteristics of materials in these accessories will be covered.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students enrolling in the course will be required (in
addition to completing the same requirements as the
undergraduates) to:
1) review and analyze literature and other materials relevant
to one period covered in the course;
2) present the period to the class in a lecture format; and
3) complete a final paper analyzing the importance of the
period they researched in the context of the other periods
covered in the course.
Athena Title
DECOR ARTS & ANTIQU
Prerequisite
TXMI 4370/6370 or permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1. To develop the ability to recognize period design characteristics in accessories. 2. To develop the ability to recognize design or company characteristics.
Topical Outline
1. History of Design 2. History and use of glass 3. History and use of ceramics and prints 4. History and use of metals 5. History and use of textiles