<figDesc>

<figDesc> (description of figure) contains a brief prose description of the appearance or content of a graphic figure, for use when documenting an image without displaying it. 14.3 Specific Elements for Graphic Images
Modulefigures — 14 Tables, Formulæ, and Graphics
AttributesGlobal attributes only
Used by
May contain
Declaration

<rng:element name="figDesc">
<rng:ref name="att.global.attributes"/>
<rng:ref name="macro.limitedContent"/>
</rng:element>
element figDesc { att.global.attributes, macro.limitedContent }
Example
<figure>
 <graphic url="emblem1.png"/>
 <head>Emblemi d'Amore</head>
 <figDesc>A pair of naked winged cupids, each holding a
   flaming torch, in a rural setting.</figDesc>
</figure>
Note
This element is intended for use as an alternative to the content of its parent figure element; for example, to display when the image is required but the equipment in use cannot display graphic images. It may also be used for indexing or documentary purposes.