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Black Document Case
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black Document Case
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black Document Case

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.01262012-35-1
Object Type Briefcase
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (synthetic), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 15 1/4 in x W 16 3/4 in (42.5 cm x 38.7 cm )

Physical DescriptionBlack faux-leather document case with two handles for carrying and a zippered pocket at the back. Debossed in the front right corner is the logo for the 2011 Indonesia ASEAN Summit. The interior of the bag has a laptop pocket, slots for pens, and mesh lining. A luggage identity tag is attached to one of the carrying handles.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2011 ASEAN Summit hosted in Indonesia.
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
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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