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La Catedral de la Habana
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
La Catedral de la Habana
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

La Catedral de la Habana

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.120321
Object Type Print
Artist (Cuban,1954)
Medium paper, ink, pastel, pencil (graphite)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 25 7/8 in x W 35 1/2 in (90.2 cm x 65.7 cm )

Physical DescriptionPurple, black, and white abstract print of the Cathedral of Havana, Cuba. It depicts the front of the building. Human figures can be seen inside through the windows. Along the bottom is an abstract figure of an unidentified animal.


Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama visiting Taller Experimental de Gráfica in Havana, Cuba in March 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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
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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