Coral Suit Jacket
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2013.14.a
Object Type
Coat, Suit
Designer
Narciso Rodriguez
(American, 1961)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Date
2011
Medium
textile (silk), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 32 in x L 18 3/4 in (81.3 cm x 47.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionCoral silk shantung suit jacket with horizontal "slubs" creating an uneven texture to the fabric. The jacket has three-quarter length sleeves, two sets of pockets on the exterior, and closes with a row of hook-and-eye fasteners.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this jacket at the meeting with Nelson Mandela on June 21, 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 DetailsNational 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 jacket can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "First Lady Michelle Obama meets with former President Nelson Mandela of South Africa at Mandela's home in Houghton, South Africa, June 21, 2011."
