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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Mainstream Sculpture Gold Ceramic Vase
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Mainstream Sculpture Gold Ceramic Vase

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.01312011-73-1.a-b
Object Type Vase, Decorative
Medium ceramic, paint, plastic (acrylic, unknown) adhesive, wood, textile (velvet)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (With Plexiglass) H 22 in x W 12 1/2 in x D 12 1/2 in (55.9 cm x 31.8 cm x 31.8 cm )
 Overall - 3D H 20 1/4 in x W 12 1/2 in x D 12 1/2 in (51.4 cm x 31.8 cm x 31.8 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCeramic amphora-shaped vase covered in gold glitter with a raised matte gold floral design. Around the shoulder of the vase there is a band of red glitter with a raised matte gold swirling design. The vase has a tapered neck and fluted mouth. Body of the vase is rounded and slopes down to a thinner foot. Bottom of the vase is attached to a two tiered footed wooden base with a raised pedestal in the center. A acrylic cover notches into the base.
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 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.
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