Orange patterns on green grid - Samarkand, oriental motifs by Émile-Allain Séguy

Reproduction of plate No. 1 Orange patterns on green grid from Samarkand , a collection of compositions in the oriental style created with stencils by Émile-Allain Séguy in 1920

This image is a plate from the collection Samarkande by Émile-Allain Séguy , a work devoted to decorative compositions inspired by oriental art, printed with stencils.

The composition features a repeating grid-like pattern, where each square contains an elegant floral combination. The green background dotted with small purple flowers is contrasted by large, stylized flowers with orange petals and radiant white stamens. The black outlines clearly define each element and create a geometric structure reminiscent of textile patterns or Central Asian architectural ornaments.

The ensemble illustrates Séguy's characteristic approach, which fuses the influence of oriental decorative arts with the rigor of Art Deco design, producing a motif that is both sophisticated and dynamic.

Émile-Allain Séguy (1877–1951) was a French artist and designer who influenced the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements. He is best known for his portfolios of decorative motifs, particularly published in the 1920s, which had a considerable influence on the decorative arts of his time.