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Ceramic Asian Elephant
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ceramic Asian Elephant
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ceramic Asian Elephant

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06042012-64-1.a-b
Object Type Figurine
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium ceramic, paint, paper (cardboard), textile, wood, adhesive, glass, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 24 1/8 in x W 18 3/8 in x D 10 1/4 in (61.3 cm x 46.7 cm x 26 cm )
Physical DescriptionDetailed painted ceramic figurine in the shape of an Asian elephant adorned in colorful and gold detailed regalia. The elephant is decorated with gold-toned jewelry on tusks and ankles with a traditional hat and blanket. Paint detailing on the elephant adds speckling at the ears, eyes, and trunk. The elephant stands on a red velvet base that has a gold wooden trim and has a glass and gold lid that notches on top.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony at the White House on May 2, 2012.
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 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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