What does the cryptic crossword clue "Man left picture on mount for inspiration (7)" mean?

The definition is "mount for inspiration". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HE (synonym of "Man") + L (synonym of "left") + ICON (synonym of "picture"); definition: "mount for inspiration" The answer is HELICON.

Man left picture on mount for inspiration (7)

Guardian Cryptic #25458 | 4 Down | 2011-10-20 flower

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