The purpose of this paper was to meet the women of the Lambayecan elite during the years 1720 to 1820, with the objective of analyzing the participation of women both within their home and in society, from the different changes that occurred during the century XVIII. _x000D_ At the same time, the historical context of the town of Lambayeque has been studied, taking into account the social and economic aspect, in order to understand how it influenced the elite, since Lambayecan society was divided into different social groups (Spanish, indigenous, castes); Likewise, its economy was based on agriculture and cattle raising that had a great boom, especially the cultivation or production of sugarcane, which helped the population to consolidate its economy. _x000D_ In this investigation, the image and situation of the woman within the family was analyzed as a consequence of a patriarchal order...