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Michaelangelo's "Universal Judgment" Puzzle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Michaelangelo's "Universal Judgment" Puzzle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Michaelangelo's "Universal Judgment" Puzzle

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.712514.5
Object Type Puzzle
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium paper (cardboard), ink
DimensionsOverall (Box) H 2 3/4 in x W 15 3/4 in x D 11 3/8 in (7 cm x 40 cm x 28.9 cm )
Overall (Finished puzzle) W 26 1/2 in x L 18 3/4 in (67.3 cm x 47.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionA 1000-piece puzzle depicting Michelangelo's "Universal Judgment" from the wall of the Sistine Chapel.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's trip to Vatican City after the conclusion of the G8 Summit in L'Aquila in 2009.
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
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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