The adage that "rules are made to be broken" applies to a. symbolism. b. abstract cubism. c. modern and postmodern art. d. cubism

The answer is A. Symbolism. It is something that represents, stands for or suggests an idea, belief, action, or entity, the use of symbols to signify ideas or potentials. It originated in late 19th century France and Belgium, An artistic and poetic drive or style using symbolic images and indirect proposal to express mystical ideas, emotions, and states of mind.

The answer is option A.

Explanation:

It is something that speaks to,  remains for or recommends a thought, conviction, activity, or element, the utilization of images  to connote thoughts or possibilities. It started in late nineteenth century France and  Belgium, A creative and idyllic drive or style utilizing emblematic pictures and  circuitous proposition to express mysterious thoughts, feelings, and perspectives.