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82 Message Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
82 Message Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

82 Message Bag

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.705883.2
Object Type Bag, Tote
Gifter
Brand (Founded 2006)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium leather, textile, fur, plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 20 1/2 in x W 15 3/4 in x D 4 1/2 in (52.1 cm x 40 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionRed leather tote bag made of reclaimed materials with tan-toned textile sides that have brown leather and fur accents. The bottom of the purse is a striped multi-color fabric and the right side has a pocket with a plasticized pink and white checkered pattern sealed by a suede flap. Front of the purse is embroidered with a scene of a woman leading an animal to shore, a sailboat, animals drinking and the message "Femme Relevants les Defis". Reverse of the purse has an embroidered upside-down outline of Africa and a clear pocket. Interior has a red and white polka-dot pattern. White shoulder strap included.
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
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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