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Michelle Obama, A Fabulous First Lady
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Michelle Obama, A Fabulous First Lady
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Michelle Obama, A Fabulous First Lady

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.104315
Object Type Painting
Artist (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date ca. 2015
Medium pastel, paper, metal, adhesive, ink, glass, wood
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 40 in x W 28 1/8 in x D 1 1/2 in (101.6 cm x 71.4 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPastel portrait depicting First Lady Michelle Obama and First Daughters, Sasha and Malia, all from the shoulders up, in pale colors, looking forward, and smiling. The portraits are arranged in a diagonal across the paper with Malia in the top, Mrs. Obama in center, and Sasha in the bottom. The background of the piece is a gradient gray. The art is held in a brown wooden frame and has a gold-toned dedication plaque in the bottom center.
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.
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