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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ganesha Paperweight
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ganesha Paperweight

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.118547
Object Type Paperweight
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal, paint, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 5/8 in x W 3 1/4 in x D 2 in (11.7 cm x 8.3 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA gold-toned metal paperweight in the shape of the Indian god Ganesha.
Historical NoteReceived during President Barack Obama's trip to San Franscisco, California in April 2016.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction Status(not entered)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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