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Dawn, 20 January, 2009
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Dawn, 20 January, 2009
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Dawn, 20 January, 2009

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.710003
Object Type Print
Artist (American 1948 - 2019)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink, wood, glass, metal, paper, felt
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 26 3/8 in x W 30 1/8 in x D 1 1/2 in (67 cm x 76.5 cm x 3.8 cm )

Physical DescriptionA framed print depicting Washington D.C. at dawn. The Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and Capitol Building are depicted in the foreground. The sky is partly cloudy and is a gradient of pink at the bottom that fades to blue further towards the top.




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 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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