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Mother's Day Flower Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Mother's Day Flower Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Mother's Day Flower Painting

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.723112
Object Type Painting
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2009
Medium paper, ink, paint, glass, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 10 1/8 in x W 8 1/8 in x D 5/8 in (25.7 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionFramed abstract painting of tulip-like flowers set on top of several sheets of gray, white, and blue paper with various textures. The flowers are purple and blue with black, gold, yellow, and glittery blue stems and small plants in the foreground. The reverse is inscribed with a Mother's Day message.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on reverse of frame: To Mrs. Obama, From our home and hearts to yours. Happy Mothers Day May 10, 2009 [signature]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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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