The handkerchief of Dedemona is an important symbol. What does it represent to Othello? What does it represent to Desdemona?

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Act 5

Asked by cuchy c #336002 on 9/16/2013 1:22 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/16/2013 1:47 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/16/2013 1:47 PM

For Desdemona, the handkerchief is a token (symbol) of love. Othello sees it as a symbol of purity.