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Barack Obama I
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Barack Obama I
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Barack Obama I

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.691865
Object Type Print, Photographic
Artist/ Maker
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date January 2009
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 20 1/8 in x W 16 1/8 in (41 cm x 51.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPrint of a photograph of President Barack Obama. The president looks to the left with a thoughtful expression on his face.

Historical NoteThe gifter is a professional photographer known for portraiture who worked with the New York Times Magazine to produce a series documenting the Obama administration as it was assembled. The completed project was titled "Obama's People" and was composed of 52 portraits including the Vice President-elect, the incoming advisers, aides, and secretaries. This photograph was one of the two published of President Barack Obama as part of the series.
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 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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