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White Linen Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White Linen Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White Linen Dress

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.117719
Object Type Dress
Designer (Cuban, 1924 - 2016)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Medium textile (linen, cotton, lace), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 45 in x W 30 in (76.2 cm x 114.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionWhite linen knee-length dress with lace spaghetti straps, a drop waist, a sweetheart neckline and two tiers of ruffles. The bodice has many small diagonal pleats, and the seams are lined with lace.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's 2016 visit to Cuba.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Malia 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 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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