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Metal Hamsa with Blue Beadwork
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Metal Hamsa with Blue Beadwork
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Metal Hamsa with Blue Beadwork

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.686977.4
Object Type Sculpture
Brand
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal, plastic, glass, textile, leather
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 9 5/8 in x W 5 3/8 in x D 1/8 in (24.4 cm x 13.7 cm x 0.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionStainless steel laser-cut hamsa hand with blue beadwork There are three fish on the fingers, a flower at the wrist, and a bird in the palm. Around the bird are Hebrew letters spelling out the words for love, health, happiness, and success. There a three charms hanging from the fingers by pieces of leather. One is an olive branch, one is a clump of grapes, and the third is a pomegranate.
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 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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