Black Tuxedo Jacket with Handkerchief
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDDO.126953.a-b
Object Type
Tuxedo
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Brand
Hart Schaffner Marx
(Founded 1887)
Date
11/06/08
Medium
textile (wool, cashmere, felt, silk), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D (.a: Jacket) L 35 in x W 34 3/4 in (88.3 cm x 88.9 cm )
Overall - 2D (.b: Handkerchief) L 15 in x W 15 in (38.1 cm x 38.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionOverall - 2D (.b: Handkerchief) L 15 in x W 15 in (38.1 cm x 38.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack tuxedo single breasted jacket (.a) with notched lapels, satin lining, single vent, and white handkerchief (.b).
Inscriptions and MarkingsEmbroidered on tag on proper left breast: Barack Obama
Historical NotePresident Barack Obama wore this tuxedo during the 2009 Inaugural Balls on January 20, 2009.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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 photo of President Barack Obama wearing this tuxedo can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama rides the elevator to the Private Residence of the White House after attending 10 inaugural balls and a long day, including being sworn in as President, Jan. 20, 2009."
A photo of President Barack Obama wearing this tuxedo can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama ride in a golf cart at an Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C, Jan. 20, 2009."
