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Prince Amerigo

This character marries the protagonist of the story for money.

Maggie Verver

This character is the protagonist of the novel.

Charlotte Stant

This character is an old school friend of the protagonist.

Adam Verver

This character is a wealthy American collector.

Fanny Assingham

This character smashes the golden bowl.

Colonel Robert 'Bob' Assignham

This character does not understand his or her spouse's need to meddle in other peoples' business.

Bloomsbury Street shopkeeper

This character offers the golden bowl for sale.

Mrs. Rance

This character arranges to be caught alone with the protagonists father.

The Principino

This character is the child of the protagonist.

Lady Castledean

This character stays at the party at Matcham until after the spouse has left.

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