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The MasterPiece
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The MasterPiece
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The MasterPiece

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.02192013-3-1
Object Type Print, Photographic
Photographer
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 25 1/8 in x W 61 in x D 1 7/8 in (63.8 cm x 154.9 cm x 4.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhotographic print depicting a crowd of people in Washington DC facing the US Capitol on January 20, 2009 during President Barack Obama's first inauguration. The people are all wearing jackets, with screens in the distance featuring President Obama's face. The photograph is adhered to white backing paper and held in a black frame.
Historical NoteThis photograph was taken during President Obama's first inauguration, on January 20, 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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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