Lattice Sandalwood Box
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.751258
Object Type
Box, Trinket
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
wood (sandalwood), adhesive, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 3/4 in x W 11 1/2 in x D 8 in (12.1 cm x 29.2 cm x 20.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionSandalwood box with an intricate lattice floral pattern carved into the sides and lid. There is a wood latch on the front and a small divider on the interior. The box sits on eight legs. The lid opens with metal hinges at the back.Historical NoteReceived in April 2010 from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India during a meeting at Blair House in Washington, DC.
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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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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