Traditional Ainu Robe
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.092019
Object Type
Robe
Medium
textile (cotton)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 55 1/2 in x W 54 1/2 in (138.4 cm x 141 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionTraditional robe of the Ainu people of Japan made of a blue fabric with thin colorful vertical lines and applied blue, white, and red patches in geometric and curving shapes held in place with dark blue embroidered lines. The reverse has a geometric pattern with red and blue patches in the center.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official state visit to Japan in April 2014.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
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Not on view
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