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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Painting of Rio de Janeiro
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Painting of Rio de Janeiro

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07222011-54-1
Object Type Painting
Date 2011
Medium canvas, paint (acrylic), plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 38 1/4 in x W 59 1/2 in (151.1 cm x 97.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionUnstretched painting on canvas of Rio de Janeiro, looking down from Corcovado. It is a night scene that is primarily black with blue water and glitter representing starts. The buildings are white and blue. There is a white moon overlooking the water.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature] 2011
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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Not on view
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