U.S.S. Illinois
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.109762
Object Type
Painting
Date
2015
Medium
canvas, paint (oil), wood, metal, paper (cardboard), adhesive, lacquer
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 22 1/4 in x W 26 1/4 in x D 1 7/8 in (56.5 cm x 66.7 cm x 4.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionPainting of U.S.S. Illinois submarine at sunrise beneath a cloudy sky, churning the sea with its forward motion. Only its sail and top rudder are above water, and two sailors stand on top of the sail next to an American flag. Set inside a frame painted gold with black sides. Below the painting is a plaque framed by two gold medallions for the USS Illinois and the Electric Boat Christening.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature]
Text of plaque on obverse: First Lady Michelle Obama
Sponsor, USS Illinois (SSN 786)
Christened October 10. 2015
From the Women & Men of Electric Boat
Historical NotePainting hung in Michelle Obama's office from October 2015 until mid-December 2016.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to 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 DetailsNational 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
A video of First Lady Michelle Obama’s remarks at the christening ceremony for the USS Illinois was posted on The Day YouTube account: "First Lady Michelle Obama's USS Illinois commissioning remarks”
An archived article about the christening ceremony for the USS Illinois can be read on the US Department of Defense website: "First Lady to Christen Navy Submarine Illinois”
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