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Painting of Sasha and Malia
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Painting of Sasha and Malia
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Painting of Sasha and Malia

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.098955
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist (American, 1987)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paint (oil), canvas, wood
DimensionsOverall (Frame) H 51 1/2 in x W 39 1/2 in x D 1 in (130.8 cm x 100.3 cm x 2.5 cm )
 Overall (Painting) H 48 in x W 36 in x D 1 1/2 in (121.9 cm x 91.4 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn oil painting depicting Sasha and Malia Obama in a gold colored frame with a floral pattern along the edges. The girls stand in front of paintings of Bo, Sunny, and the White House. President Obama's book "Of Thee I Sing" is propped up on a table to the right of Malia.
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 Obama Presidential Library. The 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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