Caresse Crosby
Fashion designer and publisher
Born
1891
134 years ago
Died
January 24th, 1970
55 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American fashion designer and publisher, co-founded the Black Sun Press, a notable art press that published works by various influential artists and authors in the early 20th century. Played a significant role in the Parisian literary scene, promoting avant-garde literature and design. Established a reputation for innovative and artistic book design, collaborating with prominent figures in the art and literary world.
Co-founded the Black Sun Press
Published works by Henry Miller and vari
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