John Robshaw is a must when looking to add a few beautiful touches of the exotic to a fine interior. After earning a degree in fine arts, Robshaw traveled to India to find natural indigo for his paintings, and in the process he fell in love with the indigenous textile tradition and culture there. Subsequently his love affair has grown into a fascinating journey as he searches out textiles, artisans, and craftsmen throughout the world - At his New York showroom you’ll find items from Thailand Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Zimbabwe, and most recently, Bolivia. It’s Robshaw’s mission to blend all of these magnificent multi-cultural elements together to create a line that offers a “vibrant mix of sophistication and romantic allure.” I can say that we at WIJW are happy to share in the fruits of his wonderful quest!
I’m pictured (top) at the John Robshaw showroom in New York city admiring a fantastic silver four poster bed and inlaid bone bench. I’ll be bringing you a closer look at some of these spectacular textiles in an upcoming post. I’m wearing a black cotton corduroy Norfolk style jacket by Gucci, a western style shirt in brown and ivory plaid and floral, python belt with silver double horse head buckle both by Gucci, black skinny jeans by Diesel, brown leather “Chelsea” boot and brown suede and leather satchel also by Gucci, sunglasses are KVA for Oliver Peoples.
