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Brilliant Star: Dedicated To The Sixty Years Of The New China
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Brilliant Star: Dedicated To The Sixty Years Of The New China
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Brilliant Star: Dedicated To The Sixty Years Of The New China

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.752703.3
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date September 2009
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 1/8 in x W 8 1/8 in x D 11 1/2 in (2.9 cm x 20.6 cm x 29.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book published by China Bayi Calligraphy and Painting Academy and written in Chinese. Cover is gold with a red star at the top center and red Chinese calligraphy on the bottom 2/3 of the cover.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
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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