Diary of Marie Bashkirtseff

Spang

Also known as: Spang

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Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-06 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-03-27

Identity

Woman in Nice social circle being courted by comte de Lareld. Associated with Leech.

Diary References

1874

  • March 27: "je crois aussi que le comte de Lareld fait sérieusement la cour à la Spang" (I also believe that the count de Lareld is seriously courting Spang).

Context

  • Being courted by French count
  • Previously socialized with Leech
  • Part of international set in Nice
  • Name suggests German or Dutch origin
  • Serious courtship indicates marriage possibility

Related Entries

Research Notes

  • International marriages common in Nice
  • Courtship patterns among expatriates
  • Social disruption as companions leave

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