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Crocheted Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at the First Inaugural Ball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Crocheted Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at the First Inaugural Ball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Crocheted Portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama at the First Inaugural Ball

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.125884
Object Type Crochet
Artist
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile, canvas, wood, metal, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 40 1/8 in x W 30 1/4 in x D 2 in (101.9 cm x 76.8 cm x 5.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionCrocheted portrait wrapped over canvas depicting First Lady Michelle Obama wearing a white dress at an inaugural ball during President Obama's first inauguration. The colors used were shades of browns, white, cream, and black.
Historical NoteThis image depicts First Lady Michelle Obama as she appeared during the Inaugural Ball for President Barack Obama's first inauguration.
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 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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