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Photograph of the World Trade Center from Liberty Island
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Photograph of the World Trade Center from Liberty Island
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Photograph of the World Trade Center from Liberty Island

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.05252011-83-1
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium ink, paper
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 16 1/2 in x W 23 1/4 in (59.1 cm x 41.9 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlack and white photograph printed on paper of the Twin Towers from Liberty Island that shows NYC with the World Trade Center in the background as a bird flies in front of the camera.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower left of obverse: 911/2250 Inscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature]
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
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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