Crust and a Few Leaves of Cabbage

Crust and a few leaves of cabbage are a symbol of the good moral character of Jehan and Nello. The narrator says the only thing the two would want in the world to consider themselves in paradise would be crust and a few leaves of cabbage so that they were not starving.

Cart

The cart is a symbol of burden and responsibility. Patrasche is forced to drag it for his first master, but he volunteers to pull it for Nello and Jehan because he loves them.

Icicles

The icicles are a symbol of the harshness of winter. The icicles hurt the paws of Patrasche.

Chains of Marguerites

The chains of marguerites are a symbol of love. Nello covers Patrasche in flowers while helping to heal him after his first master abuses him to the brink of death.

Veiled Paintings

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