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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Watercolor Painting of Woman Holding Baby
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Watercolor Painting of Woman Holding Baby

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.100914
Object Type Painting
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Artist
Gifter
Date ca. 2015
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 28 5/8 in x W 22 5/8 in x D 1 in (72.7 cm x 57.5 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPrint with watercolor details depicting a woman holding a baby in her arms. The baby is sleeping and is wearing a black gas mask. Above the woman's head is a depiction of the moon. The woman has areas of yellow on her face, neck, and arms, and the baby has areas of yellow on its body and face.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in black at lower left of obverse: 4/7; Inscribed in black at lower right of paper: [artist's signature]
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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