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Black and White Photograph of President Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black and White Photograph of President Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black and White Photograph of President Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.723361
Object Type Photograph
Gifter
Photographer (American, 1962 - 2017)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2008
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 19 1/8 in x W 23 1/8 in x D 7/8 in (48.6 cm x 58.7 cm x 2.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and white art photograph depicting President Barack Obama speaking into a microphone with his right index finger pointed downward at the viewer. The focus of the image is on the President's pointed hand with his face and left hand, which is holding the microphone, out of focus. The photograph is matted and held in a black frame.
Historical NoteThe photograph depicts then-Senator Obama speaking at a campaign rally at the Dean Dome in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on April 28, 2008.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
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 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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