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Narumi Bone China Japanese Coastline Plate
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Narumi Bone China Japanese Coastline Plate
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Narumi Bone China Japanese Coastline Plate

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.120611
Object Type Plate
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium porcelain, metal, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 3/4 in x Diam 7 5/8 in (1.9 cm x 19.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionNarumi Bone China blue, white and gold decorative dish depicting the coastline and islands of Japan in blue. There is a gold-colored metal ring around the rim.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's trip to Japan in May 2016 for the G7 Summit.
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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