Black and White Lace Dress
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.25
Object Type
Dress
Designer
Jonathan Simkhai
(American)
Brand
Simkhai
(Founded 2010)
Date
2016
Medium
textile (silk, lace), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 52 in x W 30 3/4 in (78.1 cm x 132.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack and white fit-and-flare macramé lace short-sleeve dress with an asymmetrical hemline. The white macramé lace embellishes the right shoulder and the bottom of the skirt.Historical NoteFirst lady Michelle Obama wore this dress Variety Magazine August cover on July 15, 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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 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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