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Peace Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Peace Box
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Peace Box

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.2.131
Object Type Box, Decorative
Artist/ Maker
Date 2016
Medium glass, metal, paint, adhesive, rubber
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 in x W 14 1/8 in x D 9 1/2 in (15.2 cm x 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionLarge black glass and gold-gilded decorative box with the Seal of the President of the United States on the top and a depiction of an olive branch on the sides. The top and bottom panels of the glass are black and the sides are gold. On the inside of the lid at center is President Barack Obama's signature engraved and gilded in gold. Each side panel has a striped border on the top and bottom with laurels and a slightly curved olive branch in the center.
Historical NoteThis Peace Box is an example of the diplomatic gifts that the US Department of State would give to foreign leaders during the Obama Administration.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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