In Dream of Red Mansions, Lin Daiyu's green curtain is not just a decoration, but on a deeper level, it symbolizes the intricate interpersonal relationships and subtle psychological states within Jiafu.
The green curtain screen became the fuse for Jia's mother's dissatisfaction and Mrs. Wang's anxiety, not only as a superficial phenomenon, but also as a deeper revelation of family relationships, human weaknesses and social pressures.
Lin Daiyu's green curtain is not only her personal symbol, but also a distinct embodiment of her personality, unique, mysterious, independent and stubborn, just like her person. This uniqueness caused Jia's mother to be dissatisfied, because in feudal society, women were supposed to follow traditional etiquette and behavioral norms, and Lin Daiyu's behavior obviously deviated from these norms, which made Jia's mother feel very uneasy.
Second, Madame Wang's dislike of green curtains stems from anxiety about power and status. In "Dream of Red Mansions", the power struggle within Jiafu is complicated, and Madame Wang, as the mother of the darling, has always maintained a high degree of vigilance about her status.
Ms. Lin's unique behavior and the presence of the green curtain seemed to give Mrs. Wang a sense of threat, and she feared that such unconventional mavericks could pose a potential threat to her and her son's status.
At the same time, the green curtain can also be seen as a rebellion against the constraints of feudal society. Lin Daiyu's personality traits and her love for green curtains express a rebellion against traditional etiquette and norms.
She is unwilling to be bound by her parents, family and the entire feudal society, and tries to pursue inner truth and freedom in her own way. This attitude of pursuing freedom naturally aroused opposition at different levels in a feudal society.
Lin Daiyu's green curtain screen in Dream of Red Mansions symbolizes a rich emotional world and a unique personality, and at the same time, it also shows a deep questioning of feudal etiquette and a passionate yearning for a free life.
Jia's mother's displeasure and Mrs. Wang's worries reveal the deep rejection of deviation from tradition and alienity in feudal society, which also paves the way for the later development of **.