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Precious Manuscripts from the Kairouan Heritage
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Precious Manuscripts from the Kairouan Heritage
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Precious Manuscripts from the Kairouan Heritage

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.081611
Object Type Document
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5/8 in x W 19 in x D 13 in (1.6 cm x 48.3 cm x 33 cm )

Physical DescriptionAn unbound manuscript with images of passages from ancient copies of the Qur'an dating back to the 8th century A.D. The descriptions are in Arabic, French, and English
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a working visit to the White House by Tunisian Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa in April, 2014.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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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