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Stonehenge A
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Stonehenge A
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Stonehenge A

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.101855
Object Type Etching
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper (printer, mat board), ink, plastic (acrylic), wood, pencil (graphite)
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 21 in x D 26 in (2.5 cm x 53.3 cm x 66 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA matted and framed black and white etching of Stonehenge by Henry Moore.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed below etching: PL. A XXIV/XXV [artist's signature] 73 Inset text below image: Stonehenge, Henry Moore 1973 Presented by Prime Minister Cameron to mark President Obama's visit to Stonehenge in September 2014 January 15, 2015
Historical NoteThis item was presented to President Barack Obama during his visit to Stonehenge, United Kingdom in September 2014.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack 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
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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