iconology

Meanings

• noun

  The study of the meanings and symbolism of artistic and cultural images and objects.

  - "Iconology is a field of study that explores the meaning behind artistic symbols."
  - "The painting's iconology reveals the cultural significance of its subjects."

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Variants

List of all variants of iconology that leads to same result
iconological , iconologies , iconology

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Greek word 'eikon' meaning image and 'logia' meaning study.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Iconology was popularized in the 16th century by artists and scholars like Leonardo da Vinci and Giambattista Marino.

2. The Mona Lisa's iconology has been the subject of countless interpretations and debates over the centuries.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Semiotics: Semiotics is the study of signs and symbols and their meanings.

2. Symbolism: Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or concepts.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Iconology has been used extensively in art history to analyze the meaning and symbolism of various artistic styles and periods. It has also been used in literature and philosophy to explore the significance of symbols and their relationship to reality.

How to Memorize "iconology"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize iconology, try to understand the cultural and historical context of an image or object.
   - Consider the symbols and their meanings in the context of the artwork or text.

2. associate
   

   - Associate iconology with the study of symbols and their meanings.
   - Think of iconology as the exploration of the hidden meanings behind artistic and cultural expressions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym ICONOLOGY to remember the meaning: Image, Culture, Object, Narrative, Origin, Logos, Symbolism, and Yield.

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