Henrik Ibsen uses symbolism in his work of Hedda Gabler, to attach deeper meaning to familiar objects used in the play. ... In Ibsen's play, there is repeated association with Hedda and fire. ... Hedda Gabler's pistols do just that. ... Pistols are not widely understood to be a woman's object, especially in the times of Henrik Ibsen. ... The symbolism used by Ibsen allows the reader or viewer to gain an intricate view of his work, especially the character of Hedda Gabler. ...

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