What are 5 symbols and their meanings in The Arnolfini Wedding?

—man’s right hand raised: oath of marriage
—her green dress (bunched up): fertility/pregnancy
—dog: loyalty
—his/her shoes off: holy event (wedding)
—oranges: innocence/wealth
—open window: open/well-known marriage
—1 candle in chandelier: presence of God
—candle on man’s side: man has power in the marriage
—Carving of St. Margaret on bedpost/headboard: childbirth

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