| Property |
Value |
| ID | the:NarrativeDevice |
| @type | skos:Concept, rdfs:Resource |
| altLabel | Compositional Narrative |
| broader | the:CriticalConcepts, the:Interpretation, the:Criticism |
| definition | An element introduced into a composition to imply story, time, or psychological context beyond what is literally depicted. Distinct from purely formal composition strategies in its intent to generate meaning through implied sequence or situation. |
| editorialNote | Source: 20260309. Examples: a figure mid-jump implying imminent transformation; sacred imagery above an oblivious crowd implying ironic juxtaposition of divine judgment and ordinary life. |
| inScheme | the:WatercolorCriticismScheme |
| label | Narrative Device |
| related | the:IconographicContent, the:KineticFigure |