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

Portrait of President Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04112013-19-1
Object Type Painting
Artist (Danish)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2012
Medium textile, paint, fiber (plant), wood
DimensionsOverall H 59 1/2 in x W 44 1/4 in x D 1 3/4 in (151.1 cm x 112.4 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA 3-dimensional portrait of President Obama using mixed media. The suit and tie are pieces of fabric that have been shaped and painted. The face has texture and dimension created with plant fibers. The background has a faux-matte board appearance created with blue and beige paint applied to the backing board.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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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