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Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at Mexico State Dinner
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at Mexico State Dinner
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at Mexico State Dinner

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.120136
Object Type Print, Art
Artist
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium canvas, ink, paint, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 39 1/8 in x W 31 7/8 in x D 2 in (99.4 cm x 81 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and white print of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing teardrop-shaped earrings and a dress with a single shoulder strap. Parts of the print have been painted over to add additional detail. Small plastic shards cover the entire face of the canvas creating a shimmer effect.
Historical NoteThe artwork portrays an image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing a dress designed by Peter Soronen at the 2010 State Dinner for Mexico at the White House.
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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