Craft Horizons Magazine, 1956 [Ivan Chermayeff]

Craft Horizons edited by Conrad Brown, July-August, 1956. Craft Horizons, Inc., New York, USA. 8.5 x 11.75, pp. 55. Cover design by Ivan Chermayeff. Art Directors Ivan Chermayeff and Robert Brownjohn. With this issue, Craft Horizons magazine has been redesigned by Ivan Chermayeff and Robert Brownjohn and allows for a more effective graphic presentation of contemporary trends in the creative crafts. This special issue includes a text from the editor about the new design and direction and introduces the latest additions to the editorial board: William Lescaze, Greta Daniel, Leo Lionni and others. “Beyond our purpose to dignify and stimulate crafts in America, we are trying to provide a showcase for the work of professional craftsmen in the U.S. and abroad.” This special issue is dedicated to: Japan, Finland and Italy and features excellent content throughout including: Rokubei Artist-Potters, Tamba Folk Art, Textiles, Hamada Pottery, Finland, Scandinavian Design, Italy Post-War Arts, Ven