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Obama Family Wall Hanging
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Obama Family Wall Hanging
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Obama Family Wall Hanging

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.080816
Object Type Art, Textile
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (polyester, lace), glass, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 56 1/4 in x W 44 1/4 in (112.4 cm x 142.9 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionTan wall hanging featuring eleven hand appliqued, beaded scenes depicting the Obama family. At the bottom center is a scene depicting Barack standing next to Michelle Obama at Arlington National Cemetery beneath a tree with headstones on either side. Eight scenes feature the President and First Lady wearing formal attire at official events, and the remaining two scenes feature the First Family. The artwork has a cream lace border and seven loops at the top for hanging.
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 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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