Hope & Change
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.01182011-2-1
Object Type
Sculpture
Date
ca. 2012
Medium
wood, adhesive, metal, varnish
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 49 5/8 in x W 5 3/8 in x D 36 1/8 in (126 cm x 13.7 cm x 91.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionTall and thin interpretive wooden sculpture depicting President Barack Obama with exaggerated limbs and body shape. Sculpture stands on a rectangular wooden base that bears a plaque from the gifter and carved title. The sculpture has a carved suit and necktie.
Inscriptions and MarkingsCarved into base, vertically: Hope & Change
Printed on plaque: To 44th President of the U.S.A.
by B. J. E. M. Russell
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 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
FO.04202011-44-1
FO.09162011-14-1
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