Ravel

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

Identity

A carriage or vehicle that Marie uses for transportation in Nice. Referenced as needing repairs which interfere with her lesson schedule.

Diary References

1874

• March 7: "ce Ravel qu'on raccommode" - the Ravel being repaired, causing Marie to miss several lessons during the week.

Context

• Personal transportation vehicle
• Subject to repairs and maintenance
• Its unavailability disrupts Marie's educational routine
• The phrasing "ce Ravel" suggests frustration with ongoing repairs
• Likely a luxury carriage given family's social status

Research Notes

• "Ravel" may be a brand name or type of carriage
• Need to research 1870s carriage manufacturers
• Could also be family's pet name for their carriage