The Obama Family
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.02192013-25-1
Object Type
Painting
Medium
paint (oil), canvas
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 48 in x W 48 in x D 1 1/2 in (121.9 cm x 121.9 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionPainting on canvas depicting the Obama family sitting together. In the center of the painting First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama sit side to side. Sasha Obama is depicted laying across the President's lap. Malia Obama is behind the President with her arms wrapped around his shoulders and her face pressed towards his. The backing of the painting is an abstract layer of multiple colors.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature]
Inscribed on reverse: "The Obama Family"
2012
48 x 48 inches
oil on canvas
painted by Gary Taneri
from a photo downloaded
from the internet.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama Administration. It was received through the 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 DetailsNational Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 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
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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