Diary of Marie Bashkirtseff

M. de La Boissière

Also known as: M. de La Boissière, La Boissiere, Boissière

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Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-01-22

Identity

French gentleman in Nice society.

Diary References

1874

  • January 22: Escorts Marie back from the Howards' carriage at the races. Marie realizes he's been waiting while she talked for ten minutes and hastily dismisses him with thanks.

Social Context

  • Proper escort behavior expected in society
  • Marie's casual treatment shows her growing confidence
  • "Ce pauvre de La Boissière" suggests she sees him as somewhat pathetic

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