Gold Clamshell Clutch
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.100721
Object Type
Bag, Clutch
Gifter
First Lady Peng Liyuan
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
metal, textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/4 in x W 5 1/4 in x D 5 1/8 in (5.7 cm x 13.3 cm x 13 cm )
Physical DescriptionGold colored filigree clamshell shaped clutch with a round magnetic clasp at the top and a floral shape design on the bottom. The clutch has curved lines radiating from the top to the bottom with lines of a repeating floral and circular motif in between. Inside is lined with a white silk.Historical NoteThis item was received by President Barack Obama during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation gathering in November 2014 in China.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle Obama 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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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