Because He Cares
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.10042012-51-1
Object Type
Painting
Date
2012
Medium
wood, paint (acrylic), paper, adhesive, ink, pencil
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 15 1/4 in x W 12 1/4 in x D 3/8 in (38.7 cm x 31.1 cm x 1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionAcrylic on wood board painting in shades of black and white that depicts President Barack Obama looking slightly upward with a furrowed brow and wearing a white collared shirt.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature] 2012
Inscribed on reverse: Acrylic on board. [copyright] 2012
Title: "Because He Cares"
Dan Christoffel
For: The First Lady -- Michelle Obama.
Thank you for the inspiration!
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 DetailsNational 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
In Collection(s)
Not on view
DO.713387.14
FO.101990
