Navy Blue-Checked Jacquard Coat
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2013.29.a
Object Type
Coat
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Designer
Thom Browne
(American, 1965)
Brand
Thom Browne, Inc.
(Founded 2003)
Date
2013
Medium
textile (silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 37 1/8 in x L 44 7/8 in (94.3 cm x 114 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionNavy blue-checked coat made of silk textured jacquard tie fabric. The coat has a fitted bodice and undulating A-line skirt.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this coat at the Second Inauguration Swearing In Ceremony on January 21, 2013.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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Related Links
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this coat can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts administers the oath of office to President Barack Obama during the inaugural swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 21, 2013. First Lady Michelle Obama, holding a Bible that belonged to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the Lincoln Bible, and daughters Malia and Sasha stand with the President. (Official White House Photo by Sonya N. Hebert)"
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this coat can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama ride in the inaugural parade in Washington, D.C., Jan. 21, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"
