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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Snowy Winter Scene
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Snowy Winter Scene

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.708057
Object Type Painting
Medium ink, paper, textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 46 1/4 in x W 88 5/8 in x D 1 in (117.5 cm x 225.1 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionInk painting on paper mounted on cream silk depicting a winter scene with two snow-covered wooden houses. Depicted outside the house in the lower right is a red paper lantern. Surrounding the houses are branched trees with remnants of yellow and orange leaves. Above the scene, the sky is made of blended reds, oranges, blues, and greens.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in upper left of obverse: [inscription in Chinese] [maker's mark] Inscribed in upper right of obverse: [maker's mark]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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Not on view
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