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Portrait of the First Family
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Portrait of the First Family
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Portrait of the First Family

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.703752
Object Type Print, Photographic
Photographer (American, 1971)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2008
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 20 in x W 16 in (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPrinted photograph depicting a family portrait of the First Family sitting on stairs. Furthest to the left is Sasha Obama is leaning against her father who is sitting one step above her. President Barack Obama has an arm around Sasha. To the President's right First Lady Michelle Obama is sitting one step lower and leaning forward. Her arm is resting on Malia's arm who is sitting one step lower and in the front of the group.


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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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