Skip to main content
Giants of Jazz
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Giants of Jazz
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Giants of Jazz

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.102884
Object Type Print, Art
Gifter
Artist
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date ca. 2015
Medium paper, paint, pencil
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 20 1/4 in x W 15 1/4 in (38.7 cm x 51.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and white block print depicting two musicians playing music. One is seated, playing what looks like a double bass. The other is leaning back playing the saxophone. The word "JAZZ" is shown coming out of the saxophone. The title and artist's signature are written in pencil on the matting below the print.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Northwestern High School in Hyattsville, Maryland on February 21, 2015. Mrs. Obama visited the school alongside Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, for an interview hosted by Univision's Don Francisco discussing the importance of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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 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.
In Collection(s)
Related Event(s)
    Not on view
    Related Links