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Tree of Life with Birds Menorah
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Tree of Life with Birds Menorah
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Tree of Life with Birds Menorah

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.04132011-2-1
Object Type Menorah
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal (aluminum), adhesive, paint
DimensionsOverall H 11 7/8 in x W 9 in x D 6 in (30.2 cm x 22.9 cm x 15.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionSilver-toned metal Hanukkah (menorah) candle holder with tree sculpture that has birds and leaves on the branches in middle. On the base is etched a leaf motif and a row of indentations for eight candles with the indent for the helper candle in front, separating it from the rest. At the base of the tree is a plaque with a message to President Obama. Menorah is slightly raised on three feet.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by Israeli President Shimon Peres in April, 2011.
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 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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