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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Portrait of Sasha and Malia Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Portrait of Sasha and Malia Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.119309
Object Type Painting
Medium paint, canvas, wood, adhesive, metal
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 17 1/8 in x W 21 1/8 in x D 2 1/4 in (43.5 cm x 53.7 cm x 5.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPainted portrait in shades of brown depicting young Sasha and Malia Obama with highlighted unblended tones. In the image both subjects are looking forward and have their hair up. Held in an ornate gold-toned frame.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature]
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the Congressional Spouses Luncheon on May 12, 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 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 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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Not on view
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