Crystal Kiddush Cup
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.118862
Object Type
Cup, Kiddush
Manufacturer
The Egermann Company
(Founded 1832)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
glass (crystal), metal (gold), paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 7/8 in x Diam 4 1/8 in (17.5 cm x 10.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionGlass kiddush cup with an amber toned gradient on the bowl of the cup and a clear twisted stem. On one side of the cup there is a depiction of the Ten Commandment tablets framed by two lions and a Star of David on top. On the other side there is a depiction of a menorah. The decorations on the cup are all gold plated with swirling details at the top and bottom as well as a gold trim on the rim and edge of base.
Historical NoteReceived on occasion of the President and First Lady's visit to Prague in April 2009. The cup was then used for subsequent White House Seder dinners during the Obama Administration.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 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 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
This cup can be seen in a photo from March 29, 2010 that was posted on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama marks the beginning of Passover with a Seder with friends and staff in the Old Family Dining Room of the White House, March 29, 2010. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"
This cup can be seen in a photo from April 18, 2011 that was posted on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama mark the beginning of Passover with a Seder in the Old Family Dining Room of the White House, April 18, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"
This cup can be seen in a photo from March 25, 2013 that was posted on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama host a Passover Seder Dinner for family, staff and friends, in the Old Family Dining Room of the White House, March 25, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)"