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Taupe Caftan with Silver Accents
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Taupe Caftan with Silver Accents
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Taupe Caftan with Silver Accents

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.099155
Object Type Caftan
Date 2014
Medium textile
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 61 in x W 68 1/2 in (174 cm x 154.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionTaupe caftan with round silver-colored clusters composed of thread throughout. The edges of the sleeves are decorated with linear decorations of silver thread. From the neck running down the front of the garment are silver branch-like decorations.
Historical NoteReceived during a visit from Saudi Arabian Prince Mitib bin Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud to the White House on November 19, 2014.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to the First Family 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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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