Shorts from Scenes from Private Life · Character
Madame Vervelle
A bourgeois couple who commission a portrait.
minor
Also known as Vervelle, Little father Vervelle, M. Vervelle, father Vervelle
First appearance: Pierre Grassou
Madame Vervelle shows up with force in Pierre Grassou. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mother of Virginie and wife of Vervelle; she enthusiastically supports Grassou and praises his work.
Madame Vervelle first appears in 0021 pierre grassou.
In Pierre Grassou: Mother of Virginie and wife of Vervelle; she enthusiastically supports Grassou and praises his work.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Legal and social intrigue
- Art and marriage
- Parisian social web
- Hidden charity
- Family and pride
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