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The Picture of Dorian Gray · Character

Francis Osborne

A friend of Lord Henry who appears in social conversation.

minor

Also known as Francis

First appearance: ii

Francis Osborne first appears in 0003 ii.

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DGDorian GrayACAlan CampbellSGSir Geoffrey C…BHBasil HallwardMLMrs. LeafFOFrancis Osborne

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  • Other

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  • Dorian's dark associates
  • Protagonist
  • Dorian's social circle
  • Background society figures

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