Diary of Marie Bashkirtseff

Mme Emnaus

Also known as: Mme Emnaus, Emnaus

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Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-02-06

Identity

"Vieille Américaine" (old American woman) who hosts balls in Nice.

Diary References

1874

  • February 6: Hosting a ball. Cannot understand why Marie doesn't go into society, using her "deux garçons qui sautent partout" (two boys who jump everywhere) as examples. Marie reluctantly prepares to attend "for an hour at least."

Context

  • American expatriate in Nice
  • Hosts society balls
  • Has two sons active in society
  • Pushes Marie toward social participation

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