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Floral Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Floral Rug
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Floral Rug

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.111147
Object Type Rug
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall W 97 1/2 in x L 126 in (247.7 cm x 320 cm )
Physical DescriptionPakistani rug in light pink, dark red, soft yellow, black, green, blue and beige hues. Floral and vegetative designs throughout, the sheen of the silk fibers gives the appearance of the rug being silvery light from some angles, and darker yellows from others. At the very center is a series of concentric flowers which move outward to different swirls of leaves, vines, and flowers. A series of rectangular edges block off a second floral pattern toward the sides of the carpet. At both short ends there is a row of yellow with repeating flowers and white fringe.
Historical NoteThis item was received by President Barack Obama from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mohammad Nawaz Sharif, during a diplomatic exchange at the White House on October 21, 2015.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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