Diary of Marie Bashkirtseff

Mme Silwanoff

Also known as: Mme Silwanoff, Silwanoff

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

Identity

Russian lady in Nice society, recipient of Marie's bouquet at concert.

Diary References

1874

  • February 5: Marie gives her the bouquet at Nagornoff concert, calling it "une bêtise" (stupidity). This angers Skariatine who gives Marie "terrible looks."

Context

  • Part of Russian social circle
  • Rival of Skariatine for social attention
  • Marie's choice causes social tension

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