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President Obama Sand Portrait
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
President Obama Sand Portrait
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

President Obama Sand Portrait

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.08092013-31-3
Object Type Art, Mixed Media
Gifter
Artist
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date ca. 2013
Medium sand, wood, adhesive, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/4 in x W 31 3/8 in x D 23 1/2 in (0.6 cm x 79.7 cm x 59.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionSand art adhered to wooden board depicting the face of President Obama overlaid on a stairwell to the right of piece, multiple columns in the center, and blue toned clouds throughout. The stairwell, columns, and narrow door are all part of the Maison des Esclaves [House of Slaves] on Goree Island, Senegal.
Historical NoteThis artwork was gifted during President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Goree Island and the House of Slaves Museum in Senegal in June 2013.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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. The 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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