Gertrude Des Clayes ( 1879 - 1949 ) was a Canadian painter. Gertrude Des Clayes s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 1938.47 USD for PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG GIRL in 2004 to 4209.01 USD for Contemplation in 2007 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.