Portrait of President Barack Obama
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.10052012-1-1
Object Type
Painting
Artist
Robert Stephen Simon
(American, 1940 - 2014)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Date
2009
Medium
paper, pastel, adhesive, wood, paint, metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 31 3/4 in x W 28 3/8 in x D 2 in (80.6 cm x 72.1 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPastel portrait on purple paper depicting President Barack Obama. He is depicted wearing a black suit with a reddish tie, a watch, and an American flag lapel pin. He has a thoughtful expression on his face, leaning his face into his hand with two fingers on his left temple.Inscriptions & MarkingsInscribed in lower left of obverse: [Robert Stephen Simon signature] [copyright symbol] 2009
Inscribed on reverse: Dear President Obama and First Lady Obama
Thank you for your service to our nation and best wishes to you and your family.
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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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