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President Obama Socks
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
President Obama Socks
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

President Obama Socks

Artifact ID2017.6.23.a-b
Object Type Sock, Ankle
Medium textile (cotton)
DimensionsOverall - 2D (.a-b: Individual Sock) L 8 3/4 in x W 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm x 22.2 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA pair of grey and black ankle socks, featuring a woven image of President Obama in tan on top of the feet. The image is similar to the Shepard Fairey "Hope" image. The heels and toes are solid black.
Inscriptions and MarkingsWoven into the sock below the image of Barack Obama: OBAMA
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
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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