A motif is a recurring element or idea in a story, music, or art that helps convey a particular theme or message. It is a pattern or symbol that appears throughout a work, adding depth and coherence to the overall meaning. Full definition
Their works are as varied in theme as their styles, with motifs of the season as we enter these winter months. (hifructose.com)
Students are asked to read the information about the artist then answer questions, then show their visual understanding through the identification of motifs in the work. (tes.com)
It will present about 10 new wood sculptures including a large figure of a girl and others with motifs such as a boy, deer and duck. (tomiokoyamagallery.com)