The Obama Family
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.02192013-25-1
Object Type
Painting
Artist
Gary Taneri
(American, 1959)
Gifter
Gary Taneri
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 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.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 Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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