Red Petal Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2011.6.a
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Brand
Alexander McQueen
(Founded 1992)
Date
2011
Medium
textile (silk), foam, metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, Maximum) W 41 in x L 64 1/2 in (104.1 cm x 163.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionRed petal print silk organza off-the-shoulder evening gown. Asymmetrical pleated gather across the front. Shoulder straps are asymmetrical with the left side falling down the side of the upper arm.Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown to the China State Dinner hosted at the White House on January 19, 2011. This was the third official State Dinner of the Obama Administration and welcomed President Hu and a Chinese delegation.
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 First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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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