Tolstoy family
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The House of Tolstoy, or Tolstoi (Russian: Толстой), is a family of Russian gentry that acceded to the high aristocracy of the Russian Empire. The name Tolstoy (Russian "Толстой") is itself derived from the Russian adjective "толстый" ("thick, stout, fat"). They are the descendants of Andrey Kharitonovich Tolstoy ("the Fat"), who moved from Chernigov to Moscow and served under Vasily II of Moscow in the 15th century. The "wild Tolstoys", as they were known in the high society of Imperial Russia,[1] have left a lasting legacy in Russian politics, military history, literature, and fine arts.
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House of Tolstoy Род Толстых | |
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Noble family | |
Country | Russia |
Founded | 14th century (1300s) (14th century (1300s)) |
Founder | Andrey Kharitonovich Tolstoy |
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