Motif (noun)

1. A recurring theme, subject, or idea in a work of art, music, or literature.
2. A decorative design or pattern.
3. A dominant or recurring feature of a situation or experience.

Origin:

From french motif (pattern, motive).

Examples:

1. The film's motif of love and loss is echoed throughout the soundtrack.
2. The wallpaper's motif of flowers and vines added a touch of elegance to the room.
3. The novel's motif of betrayal and redemption is explored through multiple characters.
4. The company's logo features a motif of a stylized bird in flight.
5. The motif of loneliness is a central theme in many of the author's works.