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Chicago Map Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Chicago Map Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Chicago Map Dress

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.012089
Object Type Gown, Evening
Gifter
Brand
Designer (Iranian-American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (silk), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 20 3/4 in x L 62 1/2 in (52.7 cm x 158.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionFloor-length sheath evening gown in yellow, orange, and dark blue. Fabric design depicts a satellite image map of the city of Chicago with land surface depicted in yellow and orange agricultural land. Lake Michigan is depicted in dark blue across the upper left half of the torso descending into yellow land and orange agricultural land near the bottom. Gown is made of Satin Duchess stretch with silk lining. Interior dress lining is blue and orange.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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 and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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