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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Sun Pattern Silk Scarf
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Sun Pattern Silk Scarf

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.108344
Object Type Scarf
Medium textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 34 1/4 in x W 34 1/4 in (87 cm x 87 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionMulti-colored silk scarf with primarily yellow sun pattern inspired by motifs found on walls and ceilings of churches throughout Ethiopia. The face of the sun in the center from which concentric geometric patterns including faces radiate outward. Around the border is the phrase "Ethiopia - 13 months of sunshine" printed in many languages.
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 the First Family 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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