Duke of Vallombrosa

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-09 Diary Coverage: Up to April 4, 1875

Italian nobleman with a magnificent villa in Nice that Marie visits on April 4, 1875. His wealth and beautiful property make Marie envious and reinforce her desire for luxury and high social status.

Key Events in Diary

• April 4, 1875: Marie visits his "superbe villa" and becomes jealous of his wealth

Marie's Reaction

Marie's visit to his villa triggers her characteristic envy of wealth and status. She asks "Pourquoi ces faquins ont et je n'ai pas" (Why do these rascals have what I don't have) and acknowledges her "vilain caractère" (ugly character) of desiring everything beautiful she sees.

Related Themes

• Marie's social ambition
• Her envy of wealth and luxury
• Her desire for beautiful things and high status