The dialectical unity of the essence and the cultural code phenomenon regarding of the visual arts are dealt with in that article. Artworks are considered based on Lotman`s understanding of artwork as culture text. Discusses multiplicity of art forms and multifunctionality of arts form. Effect of changes in time and historical periods an impact on satisfaction of secular and profane human`s requirements. The author focuses on visual and illustrative forms of fine arts and focuses on analysis of traditional fine arts categories. The cultural code in visual art system is considered at Paleolithic artifacts, ancient Egypt`s art and medieval art examples.