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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Bhagavad Gita
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Bhagavad Gita

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686408
Object Type Text, Religious
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 1962
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/8 in x W 5 in x D 7 3/4 in (1 cm x 12.7 cm x 19.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPaperback book with cover containing a print of an artwork depicting a scene from the Bhagavad Gita, featuring people in traditional Hindu dress.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on title page: [illegible] January 2008 / Presented Mr / Barack Obama & / Family on his / victory in USA Election / and becoming the / President on 20th / January 2009. / With every best / wishes for a successful / magical victory / against all odds. / From members Hindu UK Ltd, / Hindu Community / in India & Abroad
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 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 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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