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Postage Stamp Obama Print
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Postage Stamp Obama Print
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Postage Stamp Obama Print

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.762149
Object Type Print, Art
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2008
Medium canvas, ink, wood, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 34 7/8 in x W 26 1/2 in x D 1 3/4 in (88.6 cm x 67.3 cm x 4.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionPrint on canvas of a portrait of President Barack Obama composed of several thousand colorful postage stamps from the United Kingdom and the United States. The President wears a suit and tie and looks to the right of the viewer with his mouth slightly open, as if in mid-speech. To the left behind him are the stars and stripes of the US flag and to the right is a gradient green pattern.

Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
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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