canonical art
/kəˈnɒnɪkəl ɑːrt/ · can·o·ni·cal art
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- Art that is considered to be a standard or exemplary representation of a particular style or genre, often serving as a reference point for other artists. The museum's collection of canonical art from the Renaissance period is a must-see for any art enthusiast.
- Art that is widely accepted and recognized as a fundamental or essential part of a particular artistic movement or tradition. The artist's use of bold colors and geometric shapes is a classic example of canonical art from the Op Art movement.
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Did you know? The term 'canonical art' is also used in the context of software development to refer to the most widely accepted or standard implementation of a particular algorithm or data structure, often serving as a reference point for other developers.