Georges Bertin Scott, called Scott De Plagnolles (French, 1873-1942)

Georges Bertin Scott (called Scott de Plagnolles) was taught by Edouard Detaille and initially practised his skill as a war artist during World War I. He was a member of the Salon des Artistes Français, and landmarks in his career included being awarded Chevalier of the Légion d'Honneur in 1912 and an Officier in 1928. Two years later he completed the present work – a large canvas depicting an elegant lady whose fashionable dress shimmers like the fashionable jewellery which she admires.