Motif

Ogee

Opposing S-shaped curves meet to form an undulating pointed repeat.

Also searched as: ogee lattice

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Schematic motif family, not an exact swatch or registered design. Color, scale and repeats vary; closely related names can overlap in trade use.

How it is made

Mirrored curves create arch-like or stretched diamond shapes. The outline can be printed or built into a textured weave.

How to recognize it

Look for a curve that bends first one way and then the other.

Common uses

  • Upholstery
  • Cushions
  • Drapery

What to distinguish

Ogee names the curve geometry. It may form a trellis, but many trellises use straight lines or other shapes.

Sources & further reading

Research checked 2026-09-27. Descriptions are original summaries; references support terminology and construction, not every product sold under a name.

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