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Robert Stilin Designs a Room with a Richard Prince Work as Its Centerpiece

The avid collector takes a curatorial approach to a family-friendly yet utterly refined media room

By Jacqueline Terrebonne
Man with a beard and short hair wearing a white T-shirt against a neutral background, looking directly at the camera.
Robert Stilin. Photo: Richard Phibbs

Known for conjuring elegantly handsome interiors that are not too precious with just the right amount of patina and a real sense of coziness, Robert Stilin believes in hanging significant art without ever making it too important in the space. For instance, he imagines a Richard Prince canvas animating a family media room, where it can be appreciated and admired. “If you can own art at that level,” he explains, “you should embrace it and live with it. It shouldn’t be a showpiece.” 

“I love the colors and the mood of this ‘Nurse’ painting by Richard Prince,” he continues.“It’s sort of mysterious but also chic and slightly funny all at the same time.”

Abstract painting of a nurse with blurred features, wearing a white cap, and "Park Avenue Nurse" written in red across the canvas.
Richard Prince, Park Avenue Nurse, (2002). Courtesy of the artist and Gagosian

Park Avenue Nurse (2002) by Richard Prince.

Beige upholstered armchair with wide armrests and cushioned seat on a white background.
Club armchair by Jacques Adnet. Courtesy of Magen H Gallery

Club armchair by Jacques Adnet; magenxxcentury.com.

Modular wooden sideboard with open shelves, sliding panels, and colorful compartments, resting on two black legs.
Rare five-door cabinet by Charlotte Perriand. Courtesy of Phillips

Rare five-door cabinet by Charlotte Perriand; phillips.com.

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Floral pattern with yellow, brown, and blue flowers on intertwining green vines, set against a light background.
Sintra Floral Saffron fabric by Jasper Furniture & Fabrics. Courtesy of Jasper Furniture & Fabrics

Sintra Floral Saffron fabric by Jasper Furniture & Fabrics; michaelsmithinc.com.

Round stone table with a circular hole in the center and sturdy metal legs.
Circular coffee table by Pia Manu. Courtesy of Magen H Gallery

Circular coffee table by Pia Manu; magenxxcentury.com.

Gold-colored skull-shaped ceramic vase with a reflective surface and hollow top opening for decor or floral arrangements.
Hypnos and Thanatos stool by Pucci de Rossi. Courtesy of Laffanour Galerie Downtown, Paris

Hypnos and Thanatos stool by Pucci de Rossi; galeriedowntown.com.

Modern chair with a metallic frame and cowhide cushion, featuring a unique geometric design.
Coque armchair by Philippe Hiquily. Courtesy of Galerie Yves Gastou

Coque armchair by Philippe Hiquily; galerieyvesgastou.com.

A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2020 Spring Issue under the headline “On Call.” Subscribe to the magazine.