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The Royal Tombs of Egypt: The Art of Thebes Revealed
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Royal Tombs of Egypt: The Art of Thebes Revealed
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Royal Tombs of Egypt: The Art of Thebes Revealed

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.696842.2
Object Type Book
Author (Egyptian, 1947)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 10 7/8 in x D 12 5/8 in (2.5 cm x 27.6 cm x 32.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover book by Zahi Hawass. Personally inscribed. The cover depicts ancient Egyptian art of people, animals, and mythical creatures.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on first page: To President: Obama, Mrs. Obama, Malia, and Sasha I hope that all of you will come soon to visit our magical country, and let me show you the mysteries of the ancient kings of Egypt. [Zahi Hawass signature] Cairo June 4 2009
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's June 2009 visit to Egypt.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to the First Family 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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