Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07232013-36-1
Object Type
Painting
Artist
Steve Penley
(American, 1964)
Gifter
Steve Penley
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Medium
paint (acrylic), canvas, wood
DimensionsUnframed L 48 in x W 36 in x D 1 1/2 in (91.4 cm x 3.8 cm x 121.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionAbstract canvas painting of First Lady Michelle Obama. Multi-colored background. Based on a photograph.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha Obama 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
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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