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Chinese Folk Songs
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Chinese Folk Songs
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Chinese Folk Songs

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.091358.a-c
Object Type Disc, Compact
Performer (Chinese, 1962)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium plastic, ink, paper, adhesive, textile
DimensionsDisc Diam 4 3/4 in (12.1 cm )
Overall - 3D (Book) H 1/4 in x W 4 1/4 in x D 8 3/4 in (0.6 cm x 10.8 cm x 22.2 cm )
Overall - 3D (Case) H 5 in x W 6 7/8 in x D 12 in (12.7 cm x 17.5 cm x 30.5 cm )

Physical DescriptionA white set of one DVD and one CD of Chinese folk songs by Madame Peng Liyuan. They are accompanied by a book. The cover of the white box has her signature.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's trip to China in March 2014. Madame Peng Liyuan, First Lady of China performed Chinese Folk Songs.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle 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 Obama Presidential Library. The 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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