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Hand Painted Pink Silk Scarf
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Hand Painted Pink Silk Scarf
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Hand Painted Pink Silk Scarf

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.07232013-9-1
Object Type Shawl
Brand (Founded 1992)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (silk), paint
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 53 1/4 in x W 11 in (27.9 cm x 135.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionPink and red silk shawl with three purple, blue, and white flowers. There are golden lines outlining and connecting each flower.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's June 2013 visit to Northern Ireland.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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
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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