Bijou

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-02-19

Identity

Someone known to the family whose distinctive curled hairstyle becomes a reference point for describing Lambertye's appearance.

Diary References

1874

• February 19: Marie's father describes Lambertye as "frisé comme Bijou" (curled like Bijou) when recounting their conversation, suggesting Bijou is known for having elaborately curled hair.

Context

• Known for distinctive curled hairstyle
• Familiar enough to the family to serve as a comparison
• Part of their social circle or household
• Represents the fashionable male grooming of the period
• Used as humorous reference point for Lambertye's vanity