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Personalized Bicycle for First Lady Michelle Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Personalized Bicycle for First Lady Michelle Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Personalized Bicycle for First Lady Michelle Obama

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.105926
Object Type Bicycle
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 2009)
Medium metal, rubber, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 41 in x W 24 3/4 in x D 71 in (104.1 cm x 62.9 cm x 180.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionDark gray Vanmoof step-in frame bicycle with the name "MICHELLE" spelled out in silver lettering on both sides of the top tube, as well as the word "VANMOOF" spelled out in silver lettering on both sides of the chain stay. There is a white LED headlight built into the front-most part of the top tube as well as a red LED tail light attached underneath the bicycle's saddle. The chain has a black metal and plastic chain guard surrounding it. The handlebars contain two brake levers, a paddle gear shifter, and a silver bell. Both wheels have a mechanical disk brake and the rear wheel contains an internal gear box. There is a black metal fender over the front and back wheels and there is a black kickstand attached to the bottom of the frame.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official working visit to the White House by King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on June 1, 2015.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle 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 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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