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Wilson K Blade Team Tennis Racket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Wilson K Blade Team Tennis Racket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Wilson K Blade Team Tennis Racket

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.700205.9
Object Type Racket, Tennis
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1914)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium plastic, metal, paint, rubber, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 5/8 in x W 11 in x D 28 in (4.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 71.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionWilson K Blade Team tennis racket with white grip, white and black frame with gold detailing. Strings across the face of the racket are white with a red W painted across. Information on the racket's recommended tensions and stringing are on the inside of the frame below the face but above the handle. Signed by Serena Williams on the handle and frame.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of Serena Williams visiting the White House on July 14, 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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 Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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