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Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor Shoe
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor Shoe
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor Shoe

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.123977
Object Type Shoe
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1908)
Inscriber (American, 1950)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium canvas, rubber, metal, ink, adhesive
DimensionsManufacturer's Size (Men's 16) Manufacturer's Size 16 (16 )
 Overall H 7 1/4 in x W 4 1/2 in x D 14 in (18.4 cm x 11.4 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionSingle cream-colored Converse used shoe, for the left foot. Men's size 16. With signature on side in black ink. Logo on the inside ankle says Converse All Star Chuck Taylor.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and 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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