What does the cryptic crossword clue "Collection of books covering standard, illusionary works (2,3)" mean?

The definition is "illusionary works". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). PAR (synonym="standard") in OT (synonym="collection of books – Old Testament") = OP ART; definition: "illusionary works" The answer is OP ART.

Collection of books covering standard, illusionary works (2,3)

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