"Significant form" is a concept in art criticism that refers to the arrangement of elements within a work of art that conveys meaning or emotional impact. This idea suggests that the way shapes, colors, and lines are organized can evoke feelings or ideas, independent of the subject matter. The term was popularized by art critic Clive Bell, who argued that the aesthetic experience of art comes from its formal qualities rather than its narrative or representational aspects. By focusing on significant form, viewers can appreciate the intrinsic beauty and emotional resonance of a piece, regardless of its content.