iconography
/ˌaɪkəˈnɑɡrəfi/
noun
- The study or interpretation of images and symbols in art, literature, or culture.
- His book on medieval iconography is considered a classic in the field.
- The course covers the iconography of ancient Greek pottery.
- She specializes in the iconography of Renaissance religious paintings.
- A set of images, symbols, or visual conventions associated with a particular subject, artist, or period.
- The film's iconography draws on classic horror movies, with dark forests and haunted houses.
- The iconography of the American flag includes stars and stripes representing the states and colonies.
- The company's brand iconography features a simple green leaf to suggest eco-friendliness.
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