noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
sacred image; icon
Refers to a religious image or icon, especially in Christian contexts, but can be used for any sacred representation.
教会の壁に聖像が飾られていた。
A sacred image was displayed on the church wall.
彼は聖像画の修復を専門としている。
He specializes in the restoration of icon paintings.