The Charterhouse of Parma · Character
Marchese Crescenzi
A wealthy, well-connected nobleman whose impeccable standing and fortune make him the socially correct match for Clelia Conti.
supporting
Also known as the Marchese Crescenzi, the new Marchese, the casa Crescenzi
First appearance: xiv
As a supporting figure in The Charterhouse of Parma, Marchese Crescenzi is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Wealthy suitor of Clelia, he arranges serenades and is willing to marry her without a dowry.
The Marchese Crescenzi embodies everything Parma's court considers admirable: rank, riches, and an unblemished name. He represents the safe, sanctioned future that Clelia's father and the social order press upon her, standing in quiet opposition to the reckless passion Fabrizio inspires. His presence sharpens the central conflict between duty and desire, and his marriage to Clelia forces her to choose between the world's approval and her own heart.
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- Other
Character groups
- Central Court and Family
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Marchese Crescenzi in xiv