Hanging Tree Root Sculpture
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688967
Object Type
Sculpture
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Date
2009
Medium
wood, varnish, glass, plastic, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 9 1/2 in x W 38 3/4 in x D 20 3/4 in (24.1 cm x 98.4 cm x 52.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionVarnished tree roots with seven glass balls glued to the center. The sculpture has a bracket on the bottom of the root center and fishing wire strung to metal loops attached to root arms on either side for display.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on topmost branch: [artist's signature] 2009
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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 DetailsNational 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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