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Museum of Islamic Art
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Museum of Islamic Art
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Museum of Islamic Art

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.111309
Object Type Book
Editor (American, 1954)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Photographer (Austrian, 1952)
Date 2008
Medium paper, ink, adhesive, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 in x W 9 7/8 in x D 12 1/4 in (2.5 cm x 25.1 cm x 31.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book with a brown slightly iridescent cloth wrap that has the title debossed in gold in the center. The title is in both Arabic and English. The book has a cream colored ribbon bookmark attached.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Qatar in November 2015 as part of her Let Girls Learn initiative.
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 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 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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