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White Sox and President Obama Collage
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White Sox and President Obama Collage
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White Sox and President Obama Collage

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07222011-87-1
Object Type Collage
Artist
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date ca. 2011
Medium paper, ink, adhesive, wax, plastic, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 42 in x W 32 in x D 1 in (106.7 cm x 81.3 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA collage of newspaper clippings related to the Chicago White Sox and President Barack Obama. The border is composed of repeating text "Believe it!" and "Yes We Can." The images and articles about the White Sox relate to their 2005 World Series win, and the clippings of President Obama relate to his campaign, throwing the first pitch in a White Sox jersey, and President Obama as a young boy playing baseball. Interspersed are maps of Hawaii and the Midwest. Some of the clippings are outlined in crayon.
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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