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Sarhua Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Sarhua Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Sarhua Box

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.125792.a-b
Object Type Box
Artist (Peruvian, 1962)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium wood, paint, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 17 in x W 13 3/4 in x D 4 1/2 in (43.2 cm x 34.9 cm x 11.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionWooden box that has a sliding lid decorated with four panels containing scenes from the Peruvian food economy. They depict people planting and harvesting crops and making wine. The interior of the box divided into six compartments.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of APEC 2016, hosted in Lima, Peru.
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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