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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Navy Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Navy Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2015.20
Object Type Dress
Date 2011
Medium textile (wool, silk), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 37 1/2 in x L 44 1/2 in (95.3 cm x 113 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionNavy dress with duchess silk satin and wool with three-quarter sleeves. The front and skirt are wool and the sleeves and back of the top are silk. The front and belt are embellished with mirrored sequins and cylindrical metal beads.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress for the arrival of Chinese President Hu Jintao at the White House on January 19, 2011.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady 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
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