iconography — the visual images and symbols used in a work of art or the study or interpretation of these
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the visual images and symbols used in a work of art or the study or interpretation of these
Pronunciation (IPA): /aɪˌkɑːnˈɑːɡrəfi/
Korean meaning: 도상학, 상징학 (예술 작품의 시각적 이미지와 상징들 또는 그것들에 대한 연구)
Korean pronunciation: 아이-카-나-그러-피 (강세: 그러)
Example Sentences
- The art professor spent three hours explaining the iconography of a single painting, making students wonder if every apple really meant something deep.
- Understanding the iconography of Renaissance art helps viewers appreciate the hidden meanings behind seemingly simple portraits.
- Modern advertising uses iconography from classical art to make hamburgers look sophisticated and cultured.
iconography
NOUN//aɪˌkɑːnˈɑːɡrəfi//
the visual images and symbols used in a work of art or the study or interpretation of these
Analyzing symbols in art
Sacred iconography revealed through photography and geography
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Origin
그리스어에서 온 단어로, 'eikon(이미지)'과 'graphia(쓰기, 기록)'가 합쳐져서 '이미지를 기록하고 연구하는 학문'이라는 뜻이 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The art professor spent three hours explaining the iconography of a single painting, making students wonder if every apple really meant something deep.”
“Understanding the iconography of Renaissance art helps viewers appreciate the hidden meanings behind seemingly simple portraits.”
“Modern advertising uses iconography from classical art to make hamburgers look sophisticated and cultured.”
“The museum's new exhibition explores the iconography of power in ancient civilizations.”
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