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Multicolor Embroidered Pillowcase
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Multicolor Embroidered Pillowcase
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Multicolor Embroidered Pillowcase

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.761504.11
Object Type Pillowcase
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium textile, plastic, metal, glass, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 16 1/8 in x W 15 1/2 in (39.4 cm x 41 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSquare pillow case with multi-color embroidery, pink ribbons, and red edging. The center and second row from the center are canvas with pink, green, orange, blue, and black embroidery in repeating lines of three triangles. There is one pink and one green flower of the same color in the center. Dividing the rows there is zig-zag pale pink ribbons. The first row from the center has black and yellow lines with cream ovals. There are pink, blue, yellow, and green detailing between each oval. Inlaid in the ovals are small mirrors. The outermost row is red with brown embroidery surrounding inset circular mirrors. The edge trim is a beige canvas with light striping.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the gifter attending the 2010 Iftar dinner at the White House.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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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