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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White House Embroidery
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White House Embroidery

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.734323
Object Type Art, Textile
Date 2009
Medium textile, wood, paint, adhesive, plastic (acrylic), metal, paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 25 3/4 in x W 43 1/2 in x D 1 3/4 in (65.4 cm x 110.5 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionEmbroidered depiction of the North facade of the White House including the North Fountain and red flowers. At the top of the White House is a raised American Flag. There is a solid blue background. Thread used for embroidery has a sheen.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on reverse: AUG 3 2009 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION JAPAN PONY BASKETBALL
Historical NoteThe gifter works for the Japan chapter of the PONY Baseball Association, which organizes baseball games for children's teams around the world.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
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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