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Ceramic Christmas Decoration
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ceramic Christmas Decoration
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ceramic Christmas Decoration

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.099562
Object Type Decoration, Holiday
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2014
Medium ceramic, paint, plastic, ink, adhesive, paper (cardboard), metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5 3/4 in x W 7 3/4 in x D 2 3/4 in (14.6 cm x 19.7 cm x 7 cm )
Physical DescriptionCeramic Christmas tabletop decoration shaped like a fireplace with stockings hanging above. Written in black ink at the top of the decoration is "The Obama Family" and each stocking is labeled for a member of the First Family and Bo. The stockings are decorated with red glitter. The sides of the decoration are shaped like holiday trees with mistletoe throughout. A kickstand at the back holds the decoration up.
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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