Galula

Research Status: Moderate Last Updated: 2025-07-10 Diary Coverage: Up to May 28, 1875

A young man in Nice society who becomes the crucial intermediary between Marie Bashkirtseff and Emile Audiffret. He plays a key role in facilitating their first formal introduction.

Key Role in Marie's Story

• Friend of Audiffret: Has close relationship with Emile Audiffret
• Intermediary: Brings Audiffret to meet Marie at the beach on May 28, 1875
• Social Facilitator: Helps arrange the formal introduction between Marie and Audiffret
• Charming Personality: Marie describes him as "charmant garçon" who speaks very nicely

Key Events

• May 28, 1875: Facilitates the historic first meeting between Marie and Audiffret
• Helps Marie down from carriage, brings her a bench
• Sits on the ground initially, then finds his own seat
• Brings Audiffret over for the formal introduction
• Rides in Audiffret's carriage afterward

Character Description

Marie finds Galula charming and pleasant to talk with. He appears to be well-integrated into the local Nice society and comfortable with social interactions. His role as intermediary suggests he understood both Marie's interest in Audiffret and Audiffret's interest in Marie.

Significance

Galula's role cannot be overstated - without his intervention, Marie and Audiffret might never have been formally introduced. He serves as the catalyst for their entire relationship.

Related People

• Emile Audiffret (close friend)
• Marie Bashkirtseff (person he helps)
• Saëtone (present at the meeting)
• Ma tante (Marie's aunt, present at introduction)