Patriotic Christmas Tree Ornament
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.100366
Object Type
Ornament, Holiday
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
textile, foam, plastic, metal, paper, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 3/8 in x Diam 5 in (16.2 cm x 12.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionPine cone-shaped ornament with a scale-like textile covering depicting the American Flag. The bottom has gold-colored glitter ribbon, the middle alternates between red glitter ribbon and white ribbon, and the top has blue glitter ribbon with silver-colored paper stars adhered throughout. Attached at the top is a plastic loop with a yellow ribbon tied to it.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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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