The Miniaturist
What does the miniature cradle symbolize to Nella in the novel, The Miniaturist?
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The miniature cradle represents both Nella’s inability to have a child with Johannes and Marin’s eventual pregnancy. Though Nella does not request a cradle from the miniaturist, she is sent one anyway and she feels that it is a mockery of the fact she and Johannes have not consummated their marriage.
The Miniaturist