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Wenlock
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Wenlock
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Wenlock

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06282011-156-2
Object Type Toy, Stuffed
Manufacturer (Founded 1979)
Gifter
Medium textile, fiber, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 12 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 5 in (30.5 cm x 24.1 cm x 12.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionStuff doll in the shape of the 2012 Olympic mascot, Wenlock. The stuffed animal is an anthropomorphised piece of silver with a gray body, single large eye in the center, and orange embroidery throughout the body. In the center of the stomach there is the London 2012 Olympic logo. At the top of the head of the stuffed animal there is a depiction of a London cab light. On both wrists of the doll there are plastic bracelets representing the Olympic rings.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to England for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to the First Family 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 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
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