Mme Sabatier

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-12-07 Diary Coverage: Up to 1873-02-23

A society hostess in Nice who hosted a ball during the carnival season of February 1873.

Mentions in the Diary

• February 23, 1873: Barnola visits the Bashkirtseff residence and recounts details from Mme Sabatier's ball, including that Boreel attended dressed as a bandit.

Historical Context

Hosting balls during the Nice winter season was an important mark of social standing. These events required:

• A residence large enough to accommodate dancing and entertainment
• Sufficient wealth to provide refreshments and music
• Social connections to ensure good attendance
• Proper servants and organization

That Mme Sabatier's ball was attended by people like Boreel and discussed among Marie's social circle indicates she was a significant figure in Nice society during this period.