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Stevie Wonder Purse
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Stevie Wonder Purse
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Stevie Wonder Purse

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.130123
Object Type Purse
Gifter
Maker
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium plastic (vinyl), leather, metal, paper (cardboard), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 13 1/2 in x W 12 in x D 4 3/8 in (34.3 cm x 30.5 cm x 11.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPurse made from a vinyl record and its cardboard sleeve, "Fulfillingness First Finale" by Stevie Wonder. Sides and bottom of bag are made of a dark leather. The two straps are made of a repurposed leather belt with stamped with floral details. Front of bag is the record with label still attached and back of bag is the sleeve with an abstract collage of images including a piano keyboard, Grammy award, and Stevie Wonder's side profile.
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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