Iconography In Art Quizlet. The Good Shepherd is a mosaic dating back to 425 AD that sits over the entrance to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Ravenna Italy Stokstad 13. When he is among the evangelists or apostles an eagle may be used as his attribute example or.
In the context of art iconography refers to the images and symbols used in a work of artIconography provides insight into the cultural and historical context of a work of art as well as its symbolism and theme. Starting with European Middle Ages. Reau is in French but even if your French is not that good it is still worth consulting it.
Definition of Icons Icons from the Greek eikones are sacred images representing the saints Christ and the Virgin as well as narrative scenes such as Christs Baptism 2013980ad and CrucifixionWhile today the term is most closely associated with wooden panel painting in Byzantium icons could be crafted in all media including marble ivory ceramic gemstone precious metal.
The Buddha is always represented with certain physical attributes and in specified dress and specified poses. General Art Vocabulary Shsart2. He is dressed in a robe of vibrant gold and purplescolors commonly chosen to represent those of. The Buddha is always represented with certain physical attributes and in specified dress and specified poses.