Stiopa

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-06 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-03-28

Overview

"Uncle Stiopa" (Uncle Stepan) - Russian family member who visits Nice with wife Machenka in January 1874 and remains as regular household member.

Relationship to Marie

Affectionate uncle who "finds her beautiful because he loves her." Brings Russian delicacies and preserves when visiting.

Characteristics

• Patriotic - tries to convince Marie that Russia is better than abroad
• Traditional - suggests Marie should marry a Grand Duke
• Teasing - notices and points out when Marie blushes at mention of Hamilton
• Regular gambling participant at casino

Social Activities

• Stays with Walitsky during Nice visits
• Participates in Russian Christmas Eve traditions
• Engages in family discussions about Russian nobility
• Accompanies family to Monaco casino

Diary References

1874

• January 5: Christmas visit with wife Machenka
• March 28: Goes to Monaco with family party, lunches with Marie and Paul at casino restaurant at 2:30

Research Needed

• Full name (Stepan + patronymic and surname)
• Exact relationship (maternal or paternal side?)
• Occupation or social position
• Connection to other Russian visitors