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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
River Scene Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

River Scene Painting

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.750935
Object Type Painting
Medium canvas, paint (oil), wood, metal, adhesive, paper (cardboard), textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 14 1/4 in x W 12 1/4 in x D 1 5/8 in (36.2 cm x 31.1 cm x 4.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionFramed oil painting depicting a river scene in vibrant blue and green tones. The painting looks down the side of a hill with flowers and plants on a river that contains four boats with people in them. There is another hill visible on the far right side and sailboats visible in the distance. The frame is bright yellow-gold with rippled carved lines with a tan canvas mat around the painting.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower left of obverse: [artist’s signature]
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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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