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Michelle of the Garden
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Michelle of the Garden
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Michelle of the Garden

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.021267
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist (American, 1932)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2013
Medium paper, ink, paint (watercolor)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 14 in x W 11 in (27.9 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionInk and wash portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama composed of small drawings of flowers and leaves in shades of green.

Historical NotePresented at the 2013 Cooper-Hewitt Design Awards Lunch hosted by the White House and First Lady Michelle Obama. James Wines received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
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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