President Barack Obama Cartouche
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.101879
Object Type
Sculpture
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
wood, metal, adhesive, stain, paint
DimensionsOverall H 9 1/4 in x W 10 3/8 in x D 3 7/8 in (23.5 cm x 26.4 cm x 9.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionSilver-toned metal plate that is a three dimensional depiction of an Egyptian cartouche containing "Obama" in English and hieroglyphs. On the reverse of the sculpture is an etching depicting President Obama's face. Decorative motif around the edge of the oval cartouche. The metal plate is attached to a wooden base that is inscribd on two sides.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
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 and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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