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Italian Treasures in the US: An Itinerary of Art
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Italian Treasures in the US: An Itinerary of Art
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Italian Treasures in the US: An Itinerary of Art

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.113930
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2015
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5/8 in x W 13 in x D 9 1/2 in (1.6 cm x 33 cm x 24.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionPaperback book with the cover composed of rectangular tiles of images of Italian paintings and sculptures.
Historical NoteReceived as a holiday gift from Claudio Bisogniero, the Italian ambassador to the United States, in January 2016.
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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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