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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Pickard China Bowl with Chicago Skyline
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Pickard China Bowl with Chicago Skyline

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.2.105
Object Type Bowl, Decorative
Manufacturer (Founded 1893)
Medium ceramic, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 3/8 in x Diam 8 1/2 in (11.1 cm x 21.6 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCream-colored, commemorative bowl with a gold design along the rim and exterior, and gold text at the bottom of the vessel interior. The exterior is decorated with the Chicago skyline. The interior text dedicates the bowl to the 2012 NATO Summit in Chicago. The base has the maker's mark and signature.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEmbossed on interior base: Presented by / Barack Obama / President of the United States / and / Mrs. Michelle Obama / on the occasion of the / NATO Summit / Mary 20-21, 2012 / Chicago, Illinois; Embossed on exterior base [McLaughlin Glazeware maker's mark] [Pickard China maker's mark] / [Mary M. Laughlin signature]
Historical NoteThis item is an example of the diplomatic gifts from the President Barack Obama and First Lady MIchelle Obama to the Heads of State and Heads of Government of participating countries at the NATO Summit held in Chicago, Illinois on May 20 and 21, 2012.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
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