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Batik Nike Air Force Ones
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Batik Nike Air Force Ones
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Batik Nike Air Force Ones

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.763970.21.a-b
Object Type Shoe
Manufacturer (Founded 1964)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium leather, rubber, textile, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 3/8 in x W 9 7/8 in x D 3 7/8 in (11.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 9.8 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size (5Y)

Physical DescriptionRed Nike Air Force Ones with yellow, orange, and red Batik design on the vamps and uppers and with white laces. The Nike Swoosh, lining, and sole are white. The Nike label on the outside of the tongue is white with red lettering.The word air is in red on the side of both shoes on the mid. At the end of the laces near the vamp is a gold colored metal tab that reads, "AF-1 '82." Nike is printed in red on the heel of both shoes.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Sasha 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 66540607)
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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