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Behind Curtain Dream
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Behind Curtain Dream
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Behind Curtain Dream

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.11192012-18-1
Object Type Painting
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium canvas, paint (acrylic), metal, wood, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 40 in x W 30 in x D 1 in (101.6 cm x 76.2 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionColorful acrylic painting depicting President Barack Obama at center, standing with his arms crossed and wearing a suit, against an abstract blue, yellow, and orange background, surrounded by the outlines of blue figures below his waist. Yellow and orange flames engulf the lower third of the painting. Signed by the artist in the lower right corner.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature] 09 Inscription on reverse: Behind Curtain Dream from series Universal Trials and Triumphs Acrylic on Canvas, 30" x 40" Year 2009 By artist/ painter/ writer Jojmeck (Joland Mecklembourg) [email address] [excerpt from President Barack Obama's speech announcing his candidacy in 2007] Barack Hussein Obama's Saying Good luck Mr. President, but be aware of the multitude of devils around you [artist's signature] [contact information]
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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