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Purple Stripe Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Purple Stripe Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2017.4.a
Object Type Dress
Date 2013
Medium textile (silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 44 3/8 in x L 39 7/8 in (112.7 cm x 101.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSleeveless two-tone purple fit and flare dress with wide horizontal stripes and pockets on the front. The straps snap together at the back of the neck in the shape of a bow.
Historical NoteThis dress was worn by Sasha Obama at the 2013 Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 2013.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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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