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Stained Glass Portrait of President Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Stained Glass Portrait of President Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Stained Glass Portrait of President Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.729120.1
Object Type Glass, Stained
Artist (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium glass, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/4 in x W 10 3/4 in x D 14 7/8 in (0.6 cm x 27.3 cm x 37.8 cm )
Overall - 3D (With Chains) H 1/4 in x W 10 3/4 in x D 27 1/4 in (0.6 cm x 27.3 cm x 69.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionGlass portrait depicting President Obama using different colored shards fused together with silver-toned metal lining. Piece is held in a metal frame with two chains at the top for hanging.
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
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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