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Burgundy Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Burgundy Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Burgundy Rug

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.756770
Object Type Rug
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date ca. 2010
Medium textile, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 168 1/2 in x W 117 3/4 in (299.1 cm x 428 cm )
Physical DescriptionBurgundy, navy blue, orange, and beige rug with wound beige fringe that runs the length of both short ends. The design of the rug is made up of a multi-layered rectangular border containing intricate geometric patterns with an intricate circular pattern throughout the rug's field. There is a burgundy, navy blue, orange, and beige checkerboard pattern that runs parallel to the fringe along both short ends, as well as a navy blue trim that runs the length of both long edges.
Historical NoteReceived during President Barack Obama's trip to Afghanistan on March 28, 2009.
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 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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