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"'One seeing is worth a thousand tellings.'

To see at first hand the skill of the worker deepens the wonder of beautiful things. So the exhibit's third section is composed of workshops in actual operation. In them, gifted artist-craftsmen will demonstrate for us throughout the year their proficiency in various media. Surrounding these ateliers are the small international galleries of glass, silver, ceramics, textiles, rugs, lace, metal enamel, jewelry and bookbinding."

"This exhibit of the Decorative Arts was planned with the idea that art is not a passive factor nor an isolated experience, but that it should be an active influence animating every phase of living. The art spirit of any age may well be measured by the vitality in the design of everyday things. The artist-craftsman has the power to contribute to the collective enjoyment of beauty -- and we, the growing ability to appreciate and