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The Picture of Dorian Gray · Character

Lady Henry

Lord Henry's wife, who appears briefly in social scenes.

minor

Also known as Harry

First appearance: ii

Lady Henry shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Lady Henry meets Dorian for the first time, engaging in a nervous, disjointed conversation about music and her parties.
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In IV: Lady Henry meets Dorian for the first time, engaging in a nervous, disjointed conversation about music and her parties. She is…

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VIVictorDGDorian GrayLNLady NarboroughDODuchess of Mon…BHBasil HallwardLHLady Henry

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  • Other

Character groups

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

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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