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

OBAMA

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685726
Object Type Drawing
Artist (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 11/14/2008
Medium paper, ink, plastic, adhesive, foam
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 35 7/8 in x W 23 7/8 in x D 1/4 in (91.1 cm x 60.6 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPrint on laminated foam board that depicts President Barack Obama smiling with a red and white striped background. The President wears a suit with red, white, and blue striped tie. Faint text is written above his head: "Barak Obama; Yes We Can."
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on upper left of obverse: Barak Obama Yes We Can Inscribed in lower left of obverse: Nov. 7, 2008 Inscribed in lower right of obverse: Drawn by: Ronald T. Hunter Jr. Text of sticker on reverse right corner: Ronald T. Hunter Jr., Artist -- OBAMA -- 11/7/08 [city] -- Nov. 14, 2008 - #7 [phone number]
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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