Apainting that uses symbolism shows objects that
a. are much larger than they appear
b. are meant to represent something else
c. come from an earlier time
d. do not exist in the real world

the answer is counterpoint.

counterpoint definition: "the art or technique of playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules."

counterpoint is present in a lot of baroque music- such as bach (notably his wtc prelude and fugues) and scarlatti, but can also be found in music by mozart, beethoven. it can even be found in music as modern as john williams!