Figural (Adjective)
Meaning
Consisting of or forming human or animal figures; "a figural design"; "the figurative art of the humanistic tradition"- Herbert Read.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The ancient pottery featured intricate figural designs, depicting mythological scenes and creatures.
- The artist's use of figural language in her sculpture added a layer of emotional depth to the piece.
- The museum's collection of antique vases included several examples of figural ceramics from ancient Greece.
- The figural motifs on the tapestry were woven in a style reminiscent of medieval illuminated manuscripts.
- The artist's figural drawings of the human form were highly anatomically accurate, showcasing her skill and technique.