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Painted People Tablecloth and Napkin Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Painted People Tablecloth and Napkin Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Painted People Tablecloth and Napkin Set

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.08122013-17-1.a-i
Medium textile, paint
DimensionsOverall - 2D (.a) L 96 in x W 58 3/4 in (149.2 cm x 243.8 cm )
Overall - 2D (.b-i) L 12 3/4 in x W 14 7/8 in (37.8 cm x 32.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionA hand-painted tablecloth set composed of a gray tablecloth featuring minimalist depictions of women in alternating blue and red traditional dresses at the center surrounded by a black line and blue patterned squares, and eight matching napkins. The napkins are made from the same fabric featuring three of the same blue patterned squares near one of the corners.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Marian Robinson 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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