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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Wood Sculpture of Michelle Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Wood Sculpture of Michelle Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.02272013-24-1
Object Type Sculpture
Date 2013
Medium wood, paint, varnish, metal, ink, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 69 3/4 in x W 10 7/8 in x D 17 1/8 in (177.2 cm x 27.6 cm x 43.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionTall and thin interpretive wooden sculpture depicting First Lady Michelle Obama with exaggerated limbs and body shape. Sculpture stands on a rectangular wooden base with a plaque from the gifter. The sculpture has a carved cross at the base of the neck and a bow at the top of the chest.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText of plaque: Michelle Obama Our First Lady of the 45th President of the United States of America A Shining Example For All Ladies 2013 By Bishop J.E.M.R. Humphrey
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to 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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