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Betty Boop Knickknack
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Betty Boop Knickknack
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Betty Boop Knickknack

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.720945.2
Object Type Knickknack
Artist (Honolulu, HI)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium resin, paint, shell (egg), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 1/8 in x W 2 1/4 in x D 2 1/2 in (7.9 cm x 5.7 cm x 6.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionA knickknack with a tropical island theme. The figurine is composed of a blue decorated with blue faux crystals on a base that looks like sand with various shells and starfish. Inside the egg is a small Betty Boop figure in the center with sand like texture on the base. Two palm trees hug the left side of the egg.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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
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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