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Blood Solo
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Blood Solo
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Blood Solo

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.122880
Artist/ Maker (British)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2016
Medium plastic (vinyl), paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsDisc Diam 11 7/8 in (30.2 cm )
Storage W 12 3/8 in x L 12 1/4 in (31.4 cm x 31.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionVinyl record in teal sleeve with cover depicting the artist posing in a purple outfit surrounded by her name in white text. Inner sleeve is plain white. Label of the record is white marble print with teal text.
Historical NoteThe artist Lianne La Havas gifted this signed record to President Barack Obama after being included on one of his public playlists.
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
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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