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Marine One Holiday Print
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Marine One Holiday Print
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Marine One Holiday Print

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.126643
Object Type Print
Artist (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date December 2016
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 16 5/8 in x W 21 5/8 in x D 1 3/8 in (42.2 cm x 54.9 cm x 3.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionFramed print of Marine One and its accompanying vehicles flying over the United States Capitol next to the National Christmas Tree with the Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) insignia in the bottom right. There are two sections to the right of the image, the top one reading "With warmest wishes for a bright and happy holiday!" and the bottom one reading "Original Artwork by Brian Bufton, Jr. Son of Col. Brian Bufton, Commanding Officer." There is a metal plaque at the bottom of the matting that reads "Presented to the First Family from Marine Helicopter Squadron One December 2016."
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
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