Jean and Marjorie Montagu-Douglas-Scott by Mme Yevonde
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Jean and Marjorie Montagu-Douglas-Scott by Mme Yevonde
Jean and Marjorie Montagu-Douglas-Scott by Madame Yevonde. Jeanetta Ruth (1906-1997) and Marjorie Katherine (1906-1994) were the twin daughters of Lord George Montagu-Douglas-Scott. Date: 1932
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1932 Aristocracy Aristocrat Daughters Debs Katherine Madame Marjorie Montagu Peerage Ruth Scott Sister Sisters Twin Twins Yevonde Douglas Upper
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This photograph captures the elegance and sophistication of the Montagu-Douglas-Scott twins, Jeanetta Ruth and Marjorie Katherine, as they pose for renowned British portrait photographer Madame Yevonde in 1932. The sisters, born to Lord George Montagu-Douglas-Scott, were a part of the aristocratic elite in early 20th century England. Their striking appearance, with their dark hair cascading down their shoulders and their piercing gazes, exudes an air of mystery and allure. The 1930s was an era of glamour and opulence, and the Montagu-Douglas-Scott sisters embodied the essence of the deb (debutante) culture that defined the time. Debutantes were young, unmarried women from aristocratic families who were presented at court, marking their entry into high society. The sisters' elegant attire, with their matching dresses and pearls, reflects the refined taste and class of their upbringing. Madame Yevonde, a pioneer in the field of portrait photography, expertly captures the sisters' youthful beauty and the unique bond between them as twins. Her use of soft lighting and intricate backdrops adds an ethereal quality to the image, making it a timeless piece of historical significance. This photograph offers a glimpse into the world of the aristocracy during the 1930s, a time of grandeur and tradition.
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