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Sammaan Foundation Cycle Rickshaw Model
Image Not Available for Sammaan Foundation Cycle Rickshaw Model

Sammaan Foundation Cycle Rickshaw Model

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.764203
Object Type Model
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2010
Medium plastic, metal, paint, adhesive, wood, textile, rubber
DimensionsOverall - 3D (On Base with Lid) H 22 5/8 in x W 24 1/8 in x D 20 1/8 in (57.5 cm x 61.3 cm x 51.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionMiniature model of a red cycle rickshaw in a clear acrylic case on a two-tiered base with gold chains around each tier. The rickshaw has a black frame with a red seat, carriage, pedals, and front tire rim. It has a retractable red mesh carriage cover. The rickshaw rests on red felt. There are two plaques on the front and the back of the base.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on the upper plaque on the base: Sammaan HOLD YOUR HEAD HIGH [address, email, and contact information] Inscribed on the lower plaque on the base: WITH BEST COMPLIMENTS TO: BARACK OBAMA HON'BLE PRESIDENT UNITED STATES
Historical NoteReceived personally on President Obama's official visit to India in November 2010. The founder of the Sammaan Foundation, Irfan Alam, was invited to attend the Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship in Washington DC, April 26 - 27, 2010. Alam was also invited to participate in a meeting of young entrepreneurs in Mumbai during the President's visit in November 2010.
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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 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
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
A YouTube video from Indian news channel NDTV featuring an interview with the gifter and discussing the Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship: "Patna's rickshaw entrepreneur to meet Obama"