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Striped Burlap Shoulder Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Striped Burlap Shoulder Bag
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Striped Burlap Shoulder Bag

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.108305
Object Type Bag
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Medium fiber (plant), textile
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Without Strap) L 11 1/2 in x W 9 5/8 in (24.4 cm x 29.2 cm )
Overall - 2D (With Strap) L 31 in x W 9 5/8 in (24.4 cm x 78.7 cm )

Physical DescriptionBurlap shoulder bag with striped neon green accents. Across the neon green there are additional stripes in navy blue and pink. The single strap for the bag is neon green, navy blue, and pink. Reverse of the bag is undyed burlap.


Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official state visit to Ethiopia in July 2015.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia 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
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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