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Knit Purse
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Knit Purse
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Knit Purse

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686822
Object Type Purse
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium fiber, textile
DimensionsOverall (Flat, Body) H 1 3/4 in x W 7 1/4 in x D 6 3/8 in (4.4 cm x 18.4 cm x 16.2 cm )
 Overall (Flat, with Strap) H 1 3/4 in x W 7 1/4 in x D 16 5/8 in (4.4 cm x 18.4 cm x 42.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA bright pink handmade knit purse with one strap and a top flap that closes with interlocking loops. The edge of the top flap is embellished with a brown ribbon with a light pink border woven through the knitted material.
Inscriptions and MarkingsTag attached to bag with string "Sasha; Hand made by Teresa Singer"
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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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