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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Because He Cares
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Because He Cares

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.10042012-51-1
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Artist
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 Description
Physical 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 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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