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Abstract Oil Painting of a Tree and Human Figures
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Abstract Oil Painting of a Tree and Human Figures
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Abstract Oil Painting of a Tree and Human Figures

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.692386
Object Type Painting
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium canvas, paint (oil)
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 55 in x W 48 in (121.9 cm x 139.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOil painting of a tree with many bare branches whose trunk is composed of several human figures, representing family and the origins of life. The brown tree stands on bright red ground that fades into an orange, yellow, and peach gradient sky. There is a female figure at the center next to a (presumably) male figure. Three smaller figures stand on the couple's left and one figure stands to their right with arms raised high.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower left of obverse: [artist's signature] Cuba 2009
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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