i·co·nog·ra·phy

i·co·nog·ra·phy

ˌīkəˈnägrəfē/

noun

noun: iconography; plural noun: iconographies

1. 1.

   the visual images and symbols used in a work of art or the study or interpretation of these.

   • the visual images, symbols, or modes of representation collectively associated with a person, cult, or movement.

     "the iconography of pop culture"
2. 2.

   a collection of illustrations or portraits.