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Hope
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Hope
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Hope

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687227
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium canvas, paint, paper, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 30 in x W 29 3/4 in x D 1 3/4 in (76.2 cm x 75.6 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionPainting on canvas of the word "HOPE" in black over a red white and blue background with white seven white stars within the blue. Two more white stars can be found along the right edge of the canvas. "HOPE" is outlined in yellow, orange, and red rough lines and scratches. The phrase "Yes we can" can be found in between the bottom legs of the H, at the top right of the P, and near the middle of the E. An "I Voted" sticker from Monroe County, Florida is adhered over a white star at the bottom left of the painitng.
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 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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