Chicago Public Library

This stunning poster was designed in 1966 by John Rieben for Container Corporation of America’s Chicago Cultural Communication Project.

In collaboration with Mr. Rieben, we are releasing the print in a limited-edition. 

● Limited-edition
● Hand-printed serigraph (silkscreen)
● Printed on 100% cotton Coventry Rag archival paper
● Dimensions: 28 x 40 inches

We fell in love with this these posters while visiting Museum of Modern Art. They were designed as a part of a bold effort to celebrate the city of Chicago through modern design. We reached out to the original designers and, with their support, set out to bring these striking works back to life.

It wasn’t easy. We tracked down the rights, found the best printer, and logged more miles than we care to count. But with help from the original creators, we’ve faithfully recreated this iconic series for a new generation.

About the designer
John Rieben (born 1935) is an internationally recognized graphic designer whose career has included serving as the Manager of Design at the Container Corporation of America, Director of Communications at Raychem Corporation and Vice-President and Creative Director at Mobium/RR Donnelley. Mr. Rieben has taught graphic design at the university level and is now Professor Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Mr. Rieben’s work is in several prestigious collections including the Museum of Modern Art. Mr. Rieben’s designs have been featured in a number of publications including Who’s Who in Graphic Arts and Steven Bateman’s 2011 book Symbol.