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

Woven Rug Portrait of President Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04252013-7-1
Object Type Rug
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium textile
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 71 1/4 in x W 39 1/4 in (99.7 cm x 181 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPurple, gold, cream, green, and blue rug featuring a woven portrait of President Barack Obama in the center field. President Obama's arms are crossed, he wears a black suit, and the United States Capitol is depicted behind him. Below is a purple and green floral motif on a cream and green diamond patterned paisley background. The borders are decorated with colorful floral and geometric motifs.
Inscriptions and MarkingsTufted along lower edge of obverse: Azerbaycan BAKI - 2009 „LAZA" DAĞLAR
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 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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