War and Peace · Character
Major Básov
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 132
Major Básov appears as a brief flash of military camaraderie, sharing the energy of a farewell gathering with a lively dance. His rank and easy participation suggest a man comfortable among fellow officers, though the novel offers no deeper portrait.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 132
- Books
- 1
Major Básov is a hussar officer who dances the Trepák with Nicholas Rostóv at a farewell dinner. Beyond that moment, the novel supplies no further account of his character or career.
Description
Major Básov is identified as a hussar officer, but no specific visual details are provided. His age, height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, and the colors or cut of his uniform are not described. A faithful depiction should use period hussar attire without assigning him unsupported insignia or distinctive features.
Story so far
BOOK 1War and Peace
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