Purple Tweed Shoulder Cape
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.691007
Object Type
Cape
Medium
textile (wool), metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 17 1/2 in x W 33 3/4 in (85.7 cm x 44.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionPurple tweed shoulder cape with navy blue fabric lining that is folded over at the collar. Three navy fabric-covered buttons close the cape on the left shoulder. On the bottom right and left, the fabric is folded over to reveal the navy fabric, sewn down with buttons. Made with Harris Tweed Hebrides fabric and designed by Nelfin.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 DetailsNational Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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 Obama Presidential Library. The 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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DO.724873.14.a-b
