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Traditional Sequined Kuwaiti Robe
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Traditional Sequined Kuwaiti Robe
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Traditional Sequined Kuwaiti Robe

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.000007
Object Type Robe
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (synthetic), plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 58 in x W 78 1/2 in (199.4 cm x 147.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionTraditional sheer black and gold sequined Kuwaiti robe. The robe is decorated with gold and sequined floral patterns embroidered throughout and gold scalloped designs along the neck opening and sleeves.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official foreign state visit to the White House by Emir of Kuwait, His Highness Shaykh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah on September 13, 2013.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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 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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