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Floral and Striped Batik Fabric
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Floral and Striped Batik Fabric
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Floral and Striped Batik Fabric

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.703762.1
Object Type Art, Textile
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date ca. 2009
Medium textile (silk), dye
DimensionsOverall W 45 in x L 157 in (114.3 cm x 398.8 cm )

Physical DescriptionLarge piece of fabric with unfinished edges. The background is dyed dark blue and black diagonal stripes with yellow, white, and purple flowers. One edge has a border with a red, purple, and yellow geometric and floral pattern.
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 Details
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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