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Blue, Black, and Yellow Dress
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Blue, Black, and Yellow Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2014.6
Object Type Dress
Date 2013
Medium textile (silk), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 32 in x L 44 1/2 in (81.3 cm x 113 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlue, black, and yellow dress with striped and polka dot print. The dress has long sleeves, cutouts below the shoulders, a decorative bow at neck, and a knee-length skirt.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress for an interview with Barbara Walters on November 28, 2013.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 First Lady 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 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.
Not on view
Related Links
First Lady Michelle Obama can be seen wearing this dress in a video posted on the ABC News YouTube account: "Barbara Walters' President Obama, First Lady Exclusive"  
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