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Barack Obama Billion Dollar Bill
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Barack Obama Billion Dollar Bill
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Barack Obama Billion Dollar Bill

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.118852
Object Type Painting
Artist (British)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2016
Medium wood, canvas, metal, adhesive, paint (oil)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 26 3/8 in x W 54 1/2 in x D 10 in (67 cm x 138.4 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionOil painting of a billion dollar bill with the obverse depicting President Barack Obama with the White House behind him and the reverse depicting a display of various American Presidents throughout history, as well as famous United States buildings and landmarks. Both the obverse and reverse contain a white background with the obverse painted in primarily black with yellow details, and the reverse painted in primarily yellow with black details. The canvas is contained within a black wooden frame that is mounted onto a black wooden base.
Historical NotePresented on the occasion of President Barack Obama's official visit to the United Kingdom 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 StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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