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Giant's Causeway Wash Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Giant's Causeway Wash Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Giant's Causeway Wash Bag

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.07092013-42-5
Object Type Bag, Toiletry
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile, ink, leather, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 7 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 3 1/2 in (17.8 cm x 24.1 cm x 8.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionAnya Hindmarch brand wash bag with printed photograph on the obverse and reverse depicting the rocky coastline of Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland. The body of the bag is tan canvas with light brown leather details and a gold-colored metal zipper with a leather tassel. There is a gold-colored metal bow on the obverse and pockets on the inside.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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
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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