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Desert Scene
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Desert Scene
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Desert Scene

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.721462.3
Object Type Sculpture
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal (gold), stone (marble), adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 14 in x W 27 in x D 22 in (35.6 cm x 68.6 cm x 55.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionLarge desert scene on a green veined marble base featuring gold plated miniature figurines of palm trees, camels, and men. There are two palm trees, a tall one and a smaller one on the edge of the scene. Underneath the palm trees is a man on a blanket, on his side closer to the edge is another man bent over to pour a drink from a pot. Towards the center there is a tent and a small pot to scale. In front of the tent there is a man sitting, a camel kneeling to his side, and a young camel standing alone. Behind the tent there is a man riding a camel.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's first official visit to Saudi Arabia in June 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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 and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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