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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Obama Family Portrait
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Obama Family Portrait

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686124
Object Type Painting
Medium paint (oil), canvas, wood, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 19 3/4 in x W 15 7/8 in x D 3/4 in (50.2 cm x 40.3 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOil painting on stretched canvas depicting a word art portrait of the Obama family. The shape of each family member is created with the O as the head, the B, A, and M as the torso, and the final A is the legs. The depiction of President Obama is to the left, Sasha and Malia are to the right, and First Lady Michelle Obama is depicting in red, blue, black, and white in the center. Between President Obama and Mrs. Obama is a white dog. In the background of the painting there is a large depiction of the White House with the United States of America in German and 2008 in Roman numerals.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on lower left of obverse: 2008 Inscribed on lower right of obverse: [artist's signature]
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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