E. A. Seguy – Papillons: Colors Remastered by David Weekley (French Edition)
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E.A. Seguy ~ Papillons: A Masterpiece Collection
Step into the world of E.A. Seguy, one of France’s most influential designers from the early 20th century, known for his incredible contributions to both Art Deco and Art Nouveau. This beautifully illustrated book pays homage to Seguy’s legendary butterfly stencils—Papillons.
Featuring all twenty of his stunning plates, each one has been meticulously remastered to showcase the vibrant, striking colors that made Seguy’s work timeless. Whether you’re an art lover or a fan of nature’s beauty, this collection is a breathtaking tribute to his genius.
Émile-Alain Séguy (E. A. Séguy) was a French designer active in the early 20th century, renowned for his luxurious and intricate decorative works inspired by nature. One of his most celebrated portfolios, Papillons (French for “Butterflies”), showcases a stunning collection of Art Deco and Art Nouveau-style illustrations featuring butterflies rendered in vibrant colors and elaborate patterns.
Originally published in the 1920s, Papillons consists of richly detailed plates that not only depict butterflies in their natural beauty but also stylize their forms into exquisite decorative motifs. Séguy’s work reflects the influence of both scientific naturalism and ornamental design, making his compositions visually striking and highly influential in textile, wallpaper, and graphic design. His use of pochoir (a high-quality stenciling technique) allowed for exceptionally vivid and precise color application, enhancing the visual impact of his illustrations.
Papillons remains a treasured work in the fields of decorative arts and entomology-inspired design, admired for its fusion of natural elegance and bold, geometric stylization.
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5 reviews for E. A. Seguy – Papillons: Colors Remastered by David Weekley (French Edition)
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Amazon Customer –
I wish the paper was higher quality with a bit more gloss to it but beautiful collection of hard to find prints!
Amazing Brian –
Papillons contains great designs by E. A. Seguy. Although it’s the French version, anyone can understand it because it only features the designs not written text. I didn’t know who Seguy was, but he sure was or is a art champ!
Carrie –
I ordered this and found it to be a print-on-demand book, and while the colors were strong, the paper seemed flimsy and what you might receive when making color copies at the print shop. I returned it and ordered the Dover publication (Seguy’s Decorative Butterflies and Insects in Full Color) from a third-party seller. It cost more but was worth it to me; the plates are full size and not reduced on the page as in the other version. But if you’d just like to have a general representation of Seguy’s butterflies, the Papillons book might be for you.