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Handmade Quilt
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Handmade Quilt
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Handmade Quilt

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685416
Object Type Hanging, Wall
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date ca. 2008
Medium textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 23 1/2 in x W 22 1/8 in (56.2 cm x 59.7 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionQuilted wall hanging with red, white, and blue patches. The center has a quilted U.S. flag-inspired motif surrounded by a white square inside a red diamond with blue pointed blocks on each side. The piece has a blue border. There are applied white stars inside the points of the red diamond.
Inscriptions and MarkingsTag on reverse: Quilted by hand
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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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