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Bordeaux: The Luminous City
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Bordeaux: The Luminous City
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Bordeaux: The Luminous City

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.734254
Object Type Book
Photographer (French, 1946)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date ca. 2008
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 10 1/2 in x L 13 in (2.5 cm x 26.7 cm x 33 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardback book with a cover that is a photograph depicting an evening scene. There is an illuminated bridge in the background and a street lamp and sidewalk in the foreground.
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
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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