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Red Winter Russian Nesting Doll For Malia Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Red Winter Russian Nesting Doll For Malia Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Red Winter Russian Nesting Doll For Malia Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.715061.2.a-m
Object Type Doll, Nesting
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Medium wood, paint, lacquer
DimensionsOverall (.a-.b Largest Doll) H 8 3/8 in x Diam 4 in (21.3 cm x 10.2 cm )
 Overall (.c-.d) H 6 1/2 in x Diam 3 1/4 in (16.5 cm x 8.3 cm )
 Overall (.e-.f) H 5 1/8 in x Diam 2 1/2 in (13 cm x 6.4 cm )
 Overall (.g-.h) H 3 1/2 in x Diam 2 in (8.9 cm x 5.1 cm )
 Overall (.i-.j) H 2 5/8 in x Diam 1 3/8 in (6.7 cm x 3.5 cm )
 Overall (.k -.l) H 2 in x Diam 1 in (5.1 cm x 2.5 cm )
 Overall (.m Smallest Doll) H 1 3/8 in x Diam 5/8 in (3.5 cm x 1.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionRussian nesting doll set of seven painted dolls. The six largest dolls come apart into two pieces and the smallest is a single piece. Each doll has a painted face with red and white painted clothing with gold accents. The lower half of each doll depicts a different winter scene. The dolls' backs are decorated with painted red poinsettias and mock-fabric detailing. The largest doll has a black base.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on bottom of each doll: [inscription in Russian]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia 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 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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