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Michael & the President
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Michael & the President
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Michael & the President

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.07252013-15-1
Object Type Print, Photographic
Gifter
Photographer (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2013
Medium paper (cardstock, mat board), ink, adhesive, foam
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 21 in x W 28 in x D 1/4 in (53.3 cm x 71.1 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionLarge print of a photograph depicting a young boy with a doll in the image of President Barack Obama held against his cheek. Two other children can be seen playing in the background of the image.
Historical NoteThe gifted photograph was part of photographer Dan Younger's portfolio called "Some Kids" that are photographs of children at parties and at play. The portfolio was featured in "Photaumnales 2013” an international photo festival in the French town of Beauvais in September 2013.
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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