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Swaziland Wildlife Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Swaziland Wildlife Bowl
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Swaziland Wildlife Bowl

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.093780
Object Type Bowl, Decorative
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1987)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium glass
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 10 7/8 in x W 17 1/4 in x D 14 1/2 in (27.6 cm x 43.8 cm x 36.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionGlass bowl with protruding heads of a rhino, elephant, hippo, and water buffalo made of green glass and attached to the sides of the bowl. The bowl is elevated on a stand of opaque green glass in the shape of a hippo.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the United States–Africa Leaders Summit 2014 held in Washington, DC. from August 4 - 6.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (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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