Sofya Andreyevna Tolstaya

Sofya Andreyevna Tolstaya was the devoted wife of the famous Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy. Known for her intelligence and strong character, she played a significant role in managing Tolstoy's household and literary affairs. After his death in 1910, she preserved many of his personal belongings, including a scythe that symbolized his connection to the land and his agrarian values, ensuring that his legacy would be remembered through the artifacts of their shared life.