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Arbol de la Vida
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Arbol de la Vida
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Arbol de la Vida

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.081109
Object Type Sculpture
Medium clay, metal, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 9 in x W 7 1/2 in x D 3 in (22.9 cm x 19.1 cm x 7.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionBrightly colored Mexican candlestick holder depicting the Tree of Life. There are depictions of Adam, Eve, God, and an angel in a purple dress all surrounded by many plants and animals as well as the the sun and the moon.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2014 North American Leaders Summit hosted in Toluca, Mexico on February 19, 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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