John Robshaw Prints: Textiles, Block Printing, Global Inspiration, and Interiors

Robshaw, John

ISBN 10: 1452105057 / ISBN 13: 9781452105055

Published by Chronicle Books, 2012

About this Item

SIGNED on the title page by John Robshaw, signature only, and visible in photo. Fine book with a wrap-around band that has a small crease on back-visible in photo. Seller Inventory # 160-JR

Bibliographic Details

Title: John Robshaw Prints: Textiles, Block ...

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Publication Date: 2012

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

This lavishly illustrated book showcases John Robshaw's textiles, worldwide travels and the block print techniques from all over Asia that have inspired his work. Appealing to home decor enthusiasts, armchair travelers and textile design fans, the book breaks down traditional printing techniques from local artisans, highlights John's unique printing style and features photographs of stunning textiles and far-flung destinations. See more on his website: http://www.johnrobshaw.com/home.htm

About the Author:

John Robshaw is a celebrated textile designer. His bedding line and tabletop lines are sold at Barney's, Bloomingdale's, Anthropologie and several other fine retailers. After he earned a fine arts degree and studies traditional block printing in China, John Robshaw journeyed to India to find natural indigo dye for his paintings. Instead, he fell in love with the local artisans fabric-making traditions. Elizabeth Garnsey is a journalist who focuses on religion in the public square, among other things of mystery and human import.