# Kapitonitch — Anna Karenina character guide

> Kapitonitch in Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0012-part-i-xiii

## Who they are

The kindly old hall-porter at the Karenin residence, devoted to Anna and Seryozha.

## In the story

### [Seryozha's Birthday Eve](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-v-xxvi)

The tall, good-humored hall-porter who shares news with Seryozha. He acts as a friendly confidant for the boy, whispering about the birthday present from Countess Lidia Ivanovna.

### [Anna's Desperate Reunion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-v-xxix)

The hall-porter who recognizes Anna despite her veil. His silent bow and assistance, contrasted with his subordinate's obstruction, show a remnant of personal loyalty and memory within the household's formal structure.

### [Anna's Secret Visit to Seryozha](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-v-xxx)

The hall-porter; defended his decision to let Anna in, arguing from years of loyal service.

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