Becoming Enlightened
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.729669
Object Type
Book
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Date
2009
Medium
paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 1/8 in x W 5 7/8 in x D 8 1/2 in (2.9 cm x 14.9 cm x 21.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionHardcover book written by the Dalai Lama with cover depicting an image of a mountain range and a decorated stone. To the right is an image depicting the Dalai Lama in traditional Buddhist robes. Title of the book is at the bottom of the cover in white text.Historical NoteReceived during a visit to the White House by His Holiness, The Dalai Lama, in February 2010.
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 LibraryAdditional 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
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