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Olinalá Lacquerware Silver and Floral Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Olinalá Lacquerware Silver and Floral Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Olinalá Lacquerware Silver and Floral Box

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.744225.3
Object Type Box, Accessory
Artist (Mexican, 1941)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium wood, metal, paint, adhesive, plastic (vinyl)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 3/8 in x W 12 in x D 9 3/4 in (8.6 cm x 30.5 cm x 24.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionDecorative wooden box with painted design on lid and sides. Background of the design is silver-toned and reflective. The center design depicts colorful birds and flowers. In rectangles surrounding the central design are repeating geometric batters with floral accents in blue, yellow, and pink. Sides of the box also have a flower scene framed by a similar motif. Top trim of the body of the box is a repeating feather design in yellow, white, and red. Back and bottom of the exterior of the box are lined with black vinyl. Interior is an unfinished light wood.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's official state visit to Mexico in April 2010.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle 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 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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