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Silver Shoes Decorated with Plastic Gems
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Silver Shoes Decorated with Plastic Gems
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Silver Shoes Decorated with Plastic Gems

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.072243.a-b
Object Type Shoe
Medium leather, textile, plastic, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3 1/2 in x W 3 5/8 in x D 11 1/2 in (8.9 cm x 9.2 cm x 29.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionSilver slip-on shoes with pointed toes. The surface of the shoes have a leaf motif and there are multi-colored plastic gems adhered throughout. Along the border between the upper and the sole is a line of small inset faceted crystals encircling the entire edge.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by King Mohammed VI of Morocco on November 22, 2013.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Malia and Sasha 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
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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