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The Chronology of Change
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Chronology of Change
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Chronology of Change

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685724
Object Type Painting
Artist
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2008
Medium canvas, paint (acrylic)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 40 1/8 in x W 12 1/8 in x D 1 in (101.9 cm x 30.8 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionAcrylic painting on canvas that depicts three portraits against progressively lighter brown backgrounds, from top to bottom: Malcolm X, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, and Barack Obama. The portraits are black and light blue and they are divided by angled lines.
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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