Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Leather Portrait of the First Family
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.100037
Object Type
Artwork
Artist
Robert Cyril
(Indian)
Gifter
Robert Cyril
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Artist
Sagaya Nathan
Artist
Rajni Cyril
(Indian)
Medium
leather, dye
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 41 3/8 in x W 74 in x D 2 7/8 in (105.1 cm x 188 cm x 7.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionTextured and dyed leather artwork depicting the 2011 Official First Family Portrait. Details of the artwork including the outlines of the bodies, facial features, and clothing designs are carved into the leather with other details emphasized through leather dye. The work is mounted on black velvet and held inside a gold wooden frame.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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