# Lavinia Penniman — Washington Square character guide

> Lavinia Penniman in Washington Square by Henry James.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Mrs. Penniman, Penniman, Aunt Penniman, Lavinia, Aunt Lavinia, dear Lavinia, the impulsive Lavinia

**First appearance:** 0001-ii

## Who they are

Catherine's romantic, meddlesome aunt who encourages Morris's courtship.

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