German Christmas Pyramid
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.125958
Object Type
Decoration, Holiday
Artist
Richard Glässer
(German)
Gifter
Chancellor Angela Merkel
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
wood, metal, adhesive, paint, string, stain
DimensionsOverall (assembled) H 29 in x Diam 13 7/8 in (73.7 cm x 35.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionGerman wooden Christmas pyramid that depicts the Nativity story. It has five tiers with figures on each level that depict scenes from the story. The pyramid comes with several detachable wooden pieces: 3 angel figurines, 6 tea light candle holders, and 14 paddles for the windmill.Historical NoteReceived to mark President Barack Obama's November 2016 visit to Germany and celebrate the holiday season.
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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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.
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