iconography
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌaɪkəˈnɒɡrəfi/
Definition
The visual images, symbols, or artistic representations associated with a person, institution, or belief system.
Examples
The political party’s iconography relies heavily on symbols of strength and national unity.
To interpret the painting, one must be familiar with the Christian iconography of the Renaissance period.
Modern corporate iconography often simplifies complex values into minimalist logos and icons.
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