Vaillant

Also known as: Vaillant

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Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-01-23 Diary Coverage: Up to 1881-02-12

An upscale Parisian florist described by Marie as "pas un fleuriste ordinaire, c'est un artiste raffiné" (not an ordinary florist, he's a refined artist).

Diary References

  • February 12, 1881: Marie, Amélie, and Neuveglise order a splendid 150-franc flower basket from Vaillant for Julian's Legion of Honor celebration, with a large red bow

Notes

Represents the high-end Parisian artistic merchant class that catered to wealthy clients. The 150-franc price (substantial for 1881) indicates luxury service.

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