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Chinese Calligraphy Scroll
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Chinese Calligraphy Scroll
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Chinese Calligraphy Scroll

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04222011-57-1
Object Type Calligraphy
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (silk), ink, paper, wood, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 79 5/8 in x W 34 3/4 in x Diam x H 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm x 88.3 cm x 0 cm x 202.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionLarge Chinese calligraphy scroll on a yellow and white patterned silk background. In the center of the scroll is black ink lettering on speckled orange paper. On either end of the scroll is a brown wooden rod. The scroll can be tied closed using a ribbon.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on side of scroll: Congratulations President of the United States
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 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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