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Gray Toned Portrait of First Lady
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Gray Toned Portrait of First Lady
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Gray Toned Portrait of First Lady

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.128186
Object Type Painting
Artist/ Maker
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2014
Medium paint, canvas, wood, metal, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 24 in x W 20 in x D 3/4 in (61 cm x 50.8 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionPainted portrait on canvas depicting First Lady Michelle Obama resting her chin on her hand and wearing a bug printed dress. Work is in various shades of gray with faint underlying hues of pink notable on the arms and parts of the dress.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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.
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