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Asterix and the Soothsayer
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Asterix and the Soothsayer
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Asterix and the Soothsayer

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.738239.6
Object Type Book
Author (French, 1926 - 1977)
Gifter
Artist/ Maker (French, 1927 - 2020)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Date 2005
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 3/8 in x W 8 3/4 in x D 11 1/2 in (1 cm x 22.2 cm x 29.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionHardcover book with green illustrated cover depicting the main character Asterix standing with his arms crossed on the right and a group of many other characters standing on the far left. Between them is a creature's silhouette in a rectangle of light.
Historical NoteGifted during French President Nicolas Sarkozy and First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy's visit to the White House on March 30, 2010.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Malia and Sasha 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 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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