Mise en scène is originally a French theatrical term meaning "placing on stage." It refers to the arrangement of all the visual elements of a theatrical production within the stage. In this particular scene of Jaws, the set design and props are important features in the symbolism of the picture.
Having the shark jaws centrally placed amount to it being the main focus of the shot. Subsequently, the camera zooms into the jaws as if it were foreshadowing that more characters may be victims of the shark-perhaps one of the three men (Hooper, Quint, Brody). As the camera zooms in, the focal point of the scene changes from being the jaws to being the harbour outside, The long stretch of waters leading out to the ocean suggests an arduous journey ahead for the three men.
In addition, as the shark's jaws become the frame of the scene, it comprises of a circular composition, suggesting entrapment (withing the shark's jaws or maybe conflict between the characters). The window is also closed and locked, with barred grilles, further emphasizing the theme of entrapment.
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