How does August Strindberg use imagery in Miss Julie?

Consider the imagery being imbedded in the symbolism. A symbol represents something outside of itself. In Miss Julie, the Count's boots and bell symbolize his offstage presence as well as his continuing power over Julie and Jean. When Jean hears the Count's bell, his dreams of social mobility evaporate, and he once again becomes a lackey. Likewise, Jean and Julie's respective dreams are symbols of their desire to escape their reality.