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Abstract Art Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Abstract Art Painting
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Abstract Art Painting

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.093808.a-b
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist (Togolese, 1955)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paint, canvas, wood
DimensionsUnframed (Part 1) L 39 1/2 in x W 39 1/2 in x D 1 1/4 in (100.3 cm x 3.2 cm x 100.3 cm )
 Unframed (Part 2) L 39 1/2 in x W 39 1/2 in x D 1 1/4 in (100.3 cm x 3.2 cm x 100.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA two-panel abstract painting featuring human figures and symbols, in earth tones with white, canvas stretched over wood frame. [a] Has several faces across the center, [b] has one main focal point.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2014 Africa Leaders Summit held in Washington, DC. from August 4-6.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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