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Pashmina Shawl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Pashmina Shawl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Pashmina Shawl

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.021272
Object Type Shawl
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (wool)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 47 in x W 94 in (238.8 cm x 119.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionBeige pashmina shawl with an elaborate embroidered design throughout in red, orange, and brown. The center of the design depicts thin branches with leaves and large swirling paisleys that cross over into the other rows of the design. Each row of the embroidery has floral motifs and are separated by looping lines. The short edges of the shawl are unadorned.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in October, 2013.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to 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 66540613)
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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