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A Forest
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
A Forest
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

A Forest

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.04212012-48-15
Object Type Painting
Artist (American, 1964)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date May 15, 2004
Medium paper, paint (acrylic)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 14 in x W 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionUnframed painting depicting a lone tree with leaves in various shades of green, all the branches at the top, and a long brown trunk. Blue lines behind the leaves indicate a sky and there is grass painted at the bottom.
Historical NoteThis artwork was created by Dave Muller and hand-colored and initialed by a team of volunteer artists, "thus transforming these simple drawings into a collaborative artwork that effortlessly encompasses the major themes of Dave's artmaking practice." The proceeds from the sale of the prints went to support Side Street Projects, an organization that supports low-income artists.
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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