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The Picture of Dorian Gray · Character

Victor

Dorian's loyal and discreet servant who manages his household.

minor

First appearance: vi

Victor's tie to Lord Henry Wotton is one of the pressures that moves The Picture of Dorian Gray—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Dorian's servant who announces the arrival of the men and is sent with a note to Lord Henry.
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With Lord Henry Wotton (professional): Victor is Lord Henry's loyal and discreet butler, serving his household and personal needs. With Lord Henry Wotton (professional): Victor is Lord Henry's loyal and discreet butler,…

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Character Web

7 connections

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LHLady HenryPCPrince CharmingLHLord Henry Wot…DGDorian GraySVSibyl VaneVIVictor

Relationship types

  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

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

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

This is the story's dramatic climax because Dorian experiences a rare moment of genuine self-awareness and lon…

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See Victor in vi

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See Victor in vi