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18th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting Commemorative Plaque
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
18th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting Commemorative Plaque
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

18th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting Commemorative Plaque

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.763770
Object Type Plaque, Commemorative
Gifter
Artist (Hong Konger, 1917 - 2018)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2010
Medium glass, wood, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 7 in x W 7 1/2 in x D 2 in (17.8 cm x 19.1 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionClear glass and wood commemorative plaque. The work commemorates the 18th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting. The top part is an abstract-shaped piece of glass showcasing the calligraphy work of Professor Jao Tsung-I, Master of Sinology, in the center, the APEC logo in red above, and green text below. The glass piece is attached to a wooden base with a silver plaque.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2010 Asian-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Yokohama, Japan.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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
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