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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Blue Dress Shirt
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Blue Dress Shirt

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact ID2017.5.44
Object Type Shirt
Date 2016
Medium textile (silk), fiber (coconut)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Flat Maximum) W 26 7/8 in x L 34 in (68.3 cm x 86.4 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionDark blue button-down shirt with a subtle wave pattern and textured surface. Buttons are brown
Historical NoteThis shirt was received and worn by President Barack Obama while attending the 2016 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Vientiane, Laos.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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
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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
An image of President Obama wearing this shirt can be seen in the National Archives catalog: "President Barack Obama Visits Laos"