Eugène Séguy, is also known as Emile Allain Séguy, and E.A. Seguy. He lived 1889-1985. He is best known best for the works on Butterflies (Papillons) and Insects (Insectes). Seguy published his incredible works of Art Deco in Paris, from 1924-1926. Utilizing the French technique of adding color known as “Pochoir.” The metallic watercolors were applied by stencils.
Seguy produced eleven albums of nature themed illustrations and patterns, drawing inspiration from papillons and other insects, flowers, foliage, crystals and animals. Seguy was one of few artists that successfully combined both Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles in his work. His brightly colored geometric patterns were intended to be used as inspiration for such decorative items as textiles and wallpaper.