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A Portrait of Mrs. Michelle Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
A Portrait of Mrs. Michelle Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

A Portrait of Mrs. Michelle Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact ID2017.6.29
Object Type Tapestry
Artist
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2011
Medium textile (taffeta, synthetic), felt, ink, adhesive, plastic, pastel, paper (cardboard)
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 41 1/2 in x W 21 in x D 1 in (105.4 cm x 53.3 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA tapestry depicting Mrs. Obama in full length. The piece is made of a tan felt, bordered in brown synthetic leather. In the center of the piece is an applied paper image of FLOTUS wearing a taffeta dress in a paisley pattern. There are fake pearls applied in a necklace and earrings, and rhinestones along the top of the dress. She is wearing black shoes with gold rhinestones on the top. The top and bottom of the piece have a board built into the border, supporting the fabric.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in ink along bottom border: A PORTRAIT OF MRS. MICHELLE OBAMA-A BIRTHDAY PRESENT FOR THE FIRST LADY ON HER 47TH ANNIVERSARY - FROM THE ARTIST Etched into lower right corner: MFD 2011 Inscribed on reverse in ink: ARTIST: MOSES FLOMO DENNIS [contact information]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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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