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Obama Tissue Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Obama Tissue Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Obama Tissue Box

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.710927.7
Object Type Holder, Tissue
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium wood, paint, ink, plastic, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 7/8 in x W 10 1/2 in x D 5 1/2 in (9.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 14 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWooden tissue box painted red with white flowers and city buildings, white synthetic flowers with bead centers are attached along the top, yellow stars and red ribbons are attached to the sides, and "Obama" is spelled in blue letters along the right side. The floor of the box slides out so that a box of tissue can be inserted.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on bottom: [star] Klaire [heart] "08"
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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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