Diary of Marie Bashkirtseff

Conquista

Also known as: Conquista

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Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-06 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-03-15

Identity

A person seen with Lambertye leaving the Duchess de Mouchy's residence.

Diary References

1874

  • March 15: Marie encounters in alley: "j'y rencontre Conquista, Lambertye et un troisième que je pus reconnaître" leaving Duchess de Mouchy's. Their carriage pressed them against the wall.

Context

  • Visits Duchess de Mouchy with Lambertye
  • Part of aristocratic circle
  • Name suggests Spanish or Italian origin
  • "Conquista" could be nickname meaning "conquest"

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Research Notes

  • Unusual name - possibly nickname
  • Gender unclear from context
  • Social position high enough to visit duchess

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