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Framed Gold Relief of a Pagoda
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Framed Gold Relief of a Pagoda
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Framed Gold Relief of a Pagoda

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.120182
Object Type Relief
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date May 19, 2016
Medium metal (gold), wood, plastic, textile, glass, pigment, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 1/2 in x W 6 7/8 in x D 7 7/8 in (3.8 cm x 17.5 cm x 20 cm )

Physical DescriptionFramed and mounted gold metal relief depicting a traditional Vietnamese pagoda with foliage in the foreground. Relief is mounted on a red felt background and frame is dark brown with a black plastic kickstand. On the front of the frame is a plaque.
Historical NoteReceived during President Barack Obama's May 2016 visit to Vietnam.
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
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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