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Lamassu Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Lamassu Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Lamassu Rug

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.691086.2
Object Type Rug
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/4 in x W 32 1/4 in x D 49 5/8 in (0.6 cm x 81.9 cm x 126 cm )
Physical DescriptionHandwoven decorative rug depicting the being Lamassu, a mythical creature with wings, a lion-like body, and the face of a man, on a light blue background between two palm trees. In the lower left corner is the text "Iraq". The border is dark blue, light blue, brown, and pale yellow. Both of the shorter sides have attached tassels/fringe. There is woven Arabic text along the lower right corner, possibly describing the maker.
Historical NoteReceived during President Barack Obama's visit to Iraq on April 7, 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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 Details
National 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.
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