Purse with Embroidered Floral Design
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.021138
Object Type
Purse
Medium
textile, leather, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 12 1/8 in x W 18 in x D 7 1/2 in (30.8 cm x 45.7 cm x 19.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionEmbroidered purse containing a floral and aviary motif on both sides of the bag. The base of the bag, handles, and zipper lining are made of purple leather. The interior of the purse contains an additional floral and aviary design embroidered on one of the pockets. The bottom of the purse has four metal feet.Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an Ambassador Credentialing Ceremony in the Oval Office on September 17, 2013.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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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