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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Winking Owl Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Winking Owl Painting

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04262011-7-1
Object Type Painting
Medium paper, ink, textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 24 in x W 54 1/4 in (137.8 cm x 61 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionColorful rolled ink art depicting the face of an owl on paper framed with a white silk floral lining. Yellow and orange ink are used for the left eye which is open while the right eye is closed and colored blue and black. The owl has black outer feather, white feathers and white feathers. There are three red makers marks, two in the bottom left and one in the top right.
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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