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Yes We Can from Southern Sudan Soapstone Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Yes We Can from Southern Sudan Soapstone Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Yes We Can from Southern Sudan Soapstone Bowl

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.01272012-13-2
Object Type Bowl, Decorative
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium stone (soapstone), pigment
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/2 in x Diam 14 in (6.4 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionHand-etched and painted circular bowl with a labeled map of Africa as well as illustrations of elephants, rhinos, and zebras. The words "President Obama, Yes we can from Southern Sudan" are etched into the top portion.
Historical NoteThis bowl was presented by the President of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit on the occasion of a meeting with President Barack Obama at the UN General Assembly in New York City on September 21, 2011. The bowl commemorates President Obama's victory in the 2008 election.
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 66540607)
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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