Mavra Shuvalova

Mavra Yegorovna Shuvalov, née Shepeleva, (April 23 (4 May) 1708 – 9 (20) June 1759), was a Russian lady-in-waiting, socialite and noble and a confidante of Empress Elizabeth of Russia.

She was born in a noble boyar family and was in 1719 appointed maid of honor to Princess Anna Petrovna.

With a cheerful disposition and boldness, she became a favorite at court and a friend of princess Elizabeth.

However, with regard to obtaining and preserving power, privilege, wealth, the spouses understood each other and acted together, as a united and energetic team.

In particular, she loved and appreciated her clear and sarcastic wit, cheerful character, because she always had in reserve a funny joke.