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Leather Photo Albums
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Leather Photo Albums
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Leather Photo Albums

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.055719.a-b
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (synthetic), paper, emulsion (photographic), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 1/2 in x W 12 5/8 in x D 11 in (3.8 cm x 32.1 cm x 27.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionTwo dark blue leather bound photo albums. Both album covers are embossed with the French seal of the President. They contain pictures from the President and First Lady's trip to France in 2009.
Historical NotePresented following the President and First Lady's trip to France in 2009. The photo albums were held in the First Lady's office from December 2009 until December 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to First Lady Michelle 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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