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The Wild Swans
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Wild Swans
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Wild Swans

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.719243.2
Object Type Book
Gifter
Author (Danish, 1805 - 1875)
Artist/ Maker (Danish, 1940)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 1/2 in x W 12 1/2 in x D 10 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 31.8 cm x 26.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionHardcover book with illustrated cover depicting a swan swimming in water next to bejeweled frogs in front of a background of abstract colorful patterns.
Historical NoteReceived personally by First Lady Michelle Obama on October 2, 2009 during an official visit to Denmark.
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 LibraryAdditional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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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