Villa Carlone

Basic Aktualizováno: 2025-07-05

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-02-24

Identity

A substantial property in Nice that the Bashkirtseff family purchased in February 1874 for 218,000 francs. Located on rue de la Préfecture, it became their new residence.

Diary References

1874

February 24: First mention of the villa purchase - "il faut aller chez Desforges acheter la villa, 218,000 francs" [must go to Desforges to buy the villa, 218,000 francs]
February 24: Marie notes the price includes construction work by Biasini - "Avec les constructions de Biasini cela fera 218,000" [With Biasini's constructions it will make 218,000]

Context

Villa Carlone represents a significant real estate investment by the Bashkirtseff family in Nice. The purchase price of 218,000 francs was substantial for the era, indicating a luxurious property befitting the family's wealth and social status. The fact that construction or renovation work by Biasini was included in the price suggests the property may have required updates or customization to meet the family's needs.

Located on rue de la Préfecture, the villa would have been in a prestigious area of Nice, suitable for wealthy Russian expatriates who formed a significant part of Nice's winter colony during this period.

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