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Black and White Lace Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black and White Lace Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2013.8.a
Object Type Dress
Designer (American, 1970)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2011
Medium textile (synthetic), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 19 3/8 in x L 45 7/8 in (49.2 cm x 116.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlack and white openwork lace sheath dress with ribbon at waist and black trimmed neck and sleeves. The center panel of the bodice is pleated.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the visit to the President's Residence in Ireland and Farmleigh on May 23, 2011.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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen in the National Archives catalog: "President Barack Obama's Trip to Ireland"
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