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Portrait of the First Family
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Portrait of the First Family
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Portrait of the First Family

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.094925
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium canvas, paint (acrylic), wood, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 50 in x W 50 in x D 1 1/2 in (127 cm x 127 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPop-art painting divided into four quadrants that each depict a portrait of a member of the First Family on a red or blue solid background. Clockwise from top left are First Lady Michelle Obama, President Barack Obama, Sasha Obama, and Malia Obama. They are depicted as in First Family Portrait released in 2011. The artwork is mounted in a white frame.

Historical NoteGifted by Pitbull to the First Family at the White House Fourth of July Party in 2014.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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 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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