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Kenya Map Wooden Stool
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Kenya Map Wooden Stool

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.108239
Object Type Stool
Date 2015
Medium wood, stain, glass, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 13 1/4 in x W 14 5/8 in x D 15 1/2 in (33.7 cm x 37.1 cm x 39.4 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCircular wooden three-legged stool with inset colorful beaded design on the top. A map of Kenya is outlined in white with green, red, and black stripes at the center. This is surrounded by two concentric rings of white beads that surround words spelled in yellow, blue, and orange beads.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText on stool: PRESENTED TO PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA BY MEMBERS OF OBAMA KOGELO CULTURAL DEV. COMMITTEE JULY 2015
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's July 2015 visit to Kenya.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 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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