Electric Elegance and Eccentricity

This chapter delves into the extravagant life of the Marchesa Casati, focusing on her elaborate plans to incorporate electricity into her grand ball attire. It highlights the amusing yet perilous mishap of an electric shock that prevented her from attending the event, underscoring the dramatic nature of her lifestyle. Through vivid anecdotes and the exploration of her financial struggles, the chapter paints a portrait of a fascinating figure navigating the complexities of high society and art.