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French Barack Obama Family Tree
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
French Barack Obama Family Tree
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

French Barack Obama Family Tree

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.734228
Object Type Tree, Family
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium paper, paint (watercolor), pencil (graphite), ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 29 7/8 in x W 22 1/2 in (57.2 cm x 75.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionPainting of genealogical chart made of watercolors depicting a tree with branches at the top and a long trunk. Chart begins with an individual born in Reims, France in 1415 and ends with President Barack Obama and Michelle Robinson. Painted to the right of the tree is a depiction of the Statue of Liberty. Painted to the left of the tree is a depiction of Notre-Dame de Paris. In the top left corner of the paper the coat of arms of Reims is painted. In the top right corner the family crest of Brassier de Jocas is painted.
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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