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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Patchwork Quilt
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Patchwork Quilt

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.684927
Object Type Quilt, Art
Date 06/2008
Medium textile, ink, paint, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 35 1/8 in x W 46 1/2 in (118.1 cm x 89.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPatchwork quilt with colorful squares and lace, buttons, and stamped embellishments. The black stamps include anchors, snails, hearts, flowers, peace signs, and suns. Several of the patches have American flag patterns, and others have various floral, striped, and repeating patterns, primarily red, white, and blue. At the top of the reverse, there is a red striped sleeve so that the quilt could be hung. The reverse has a scalloped tan pattern and an inscription in the lower right.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of reverse: Patterson Petty 06/2008 [school] [grade] [teacher]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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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