Shakspere at that time was in the 'matronly' age of forty-five. From Wordnik.com. [Shakspere and Montaigne] Reference
I think this captures 'matronly' much better than either of the women depicted in this post. From Wordnik.com. [At the "Writing About the Law" conference.] Reference
In the drawing-room, Auntie awaited them: a large, matronly-looking spinster, with a heavy face and frame, a non-intelligential gaze from dull brown eyes. From Wordnik.com. [A Sheaf of Corn] Reference
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