{"product_id":"gestileerd-bloemmotief-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","title":"Gestileerd bloemmotief - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking black and white woodcut by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, featuring a geometric, stylised floral motif typical of early twentieth-century graphic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Jessurun de Mesquita was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mastery of the woodcut technique. This work, titled Gestileerd bloemmotief, demonstrates his ability to reduce organic forms into precise, geometric arrangements. The composition relies on the stark contrast between black ink and the negative space of the paper, a hallmark of his graphic approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features a central, fan-like element enclosed within a semi-circular arch, which is topped by a series of fine, radiating lines. Flanking this centre are symmetrical, curved forms filled with parallel stripes. These shapes suggest the structure of a flower or a seed pod, yet they remain abstracted from literal representation. The artist prioritises rhythm and balance over naturalistic detail, creating a visual harmony through repetition and clean lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Mesquita often drew inspiration from the natural world, but his output frequently shifted towards decorative abstraction. This piece reflects the influence of the Art Nouveau movement, which sought to integrate artistic design into everyday objects and patterns. The clarity of the lines and the bold use of solid black areas indicate a high level of technical control, typical of his work in printmaking. His approach to the woodcut medium allowed for sharp edges and a graphic quality that remains effective in a modern context. This print serves as an example of early twentieth-century Dutch graphic design, where the focus rested on the structural potential of simple, repeated motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/huldeblijk-aan-mr-pieter-julius-van-wijngaarden-carel-adolph-lion-cachet\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHuldeblijk aan Mr. Pieter Julius van Wijngaarden - Carel Adolph Lion Cachet — Carel Adolph Lion Cachet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351885353295,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351894987087,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351895019855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351895052623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351895085391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351895118159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351895150927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351895183695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351895216463,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351895249231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351895281999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351895314767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gestileerd-bloemmotief_Poster_CompositorV1_1785436825822.jpg?v=1785437040","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/gestileerd-bloemmotief-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}