Question

iconography analyzes what aspect of artwork?
a. symbols whose meaning is understood within a culture of a specific time
b. signs that are analyzed in relation to other signs, and wider systems of meaning
c. formal qualities such as how elements and principles are used in an artwork

Explanation:

Iconography focuses on interpreting symbols in art that carry culturally and temporally specific meanings. Option a directly aligns with this definition. Option b describes semiotics, and option c refers to formal analysis.

Answer:

a. symbols whose meaning is understood within a culture of a specific time