Scarlet Robes
The author emblematically uses the scarlet robes to represent morality in the text. Throughout Strafford, men wear scarlet robes as a symbol of earning respectability. One of the men who put on the scarlet robes as a symbol of observing cultural morality is John, who was respected as a prominent businessman in his heydays. However, John lost his societal respect when he started doing illegal businesses. Therefore, he was forced to remove his scarlet robe, and he regretted it throughout the rest of his life.
Eggs
Eggs symbolize the augmentation and development of the bubonic plague that attacked Judith. When Hamnet first sees the bubonic plague in his sister's skin, he compares them to slightly larger eggs than those of quails. The plague develops in stages, and its severity increases as it continues. The paradox is that the development of the bubonic plague is so fast that it leaves Hamnet shocked, and he runs quickly to call the physician to come and attend to Judith.
The symbolism of parental love
The motherly love is symbolized by Agnes' commitment to do anything for the sake of her three children. Agnes is portrayed as a loving mother who takes care of the children and the home despite his husband being away most of the time. When Hamnet dies, Agnes grieves, which affects her throughout her life. The reader comprehends that there is no bigger love than that of a mother in this world.
