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Vase with Floral and Avian Motif
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Vase with Floral and Avian Motif
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Vase with Floral and Avian Motif

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.124381
Object Type Vase
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium ceramic, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 15 7/8 in x Diam 8 1/2 in (40.3 cm x 21.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionBlue decorative vase with a painted depiction of two birds perched atop a rock amongst an area of branches containing pink, green, and yellow flowers with green leaves. The entire empty blue space is filled with an engraved swirl pattern. The interior of the top of the vase is light blue.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a meeting in New York City during the 2016 United Nations General Assembly.
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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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