Saltykova's family estate, where she committed her crimes against her serfs.

Darya Saltykova, a Russian noblewoman and serial killer notorious for torturing and killing many of her serfs.

A historical portrait of Darya Saltykova.

The family estate where Saltykova committed her crimes.

An artistic depiction of the brutal crimes committed by Saltykova.

Darya Nikolayevna Saltykova, also known as Saltychikha, was a Russian noblewoman, sadist, and serial killer from the Saltykov family in Moscow. She was notorious for her brutal treatment and murder of many of her serfs, especially women. Her crimes have often been compared to those of the Hungarian 'Blood Countess,' Elizabeth Báthory, who allegedly committed similar atrocities against servant girls and local serfs in her home, Čachtice Castle. The charges against Saltykova, however, are better documented and less disputed by historians.