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Fashion
Clothing style is a heavy indicator of status. The shoes that Ralph gives to Jane as a farewell gift are a vain attempt to ensure her faithfulness in his absence. The shoes themselves are stylistic and impractical. They are described as being heavily pinked and are meant to indicate indoor use and in turn represent Jane’s movement from artisan class to a genteel class. Her shoes give her the appearance of an upper class woman. This symbolism is furthered by Hammon’s interest in Jane, as well as his hand in her transformation.

Class
The presentation of class is also a key point. The lower artisan class is raised to be the centerpiece of the play. Artisans are positioned to be more deserving of attention and are depicted as the true strength in society. With this, the functions and body motions of the shoemakers are presented as symbols of health and vitality rather than low or common motions. This is particularly evident in the Morris dance that they perform.