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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Deep Plum Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Deep Plum Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2017.13.a
Object Type Dress
Date 2009
Medium textile (silk, unknown), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum) L 40 1/4 in x W 41 in (104.1 cm x 102.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionDeep plum-colored dress with a v-neck, long sleeves, and a circle skirt. It is made from a suede-like fabric. There are triangular cutouts in a row around both cuffs and two rows around the bottom of the skirt, leading to a scalloped bottom edge.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this ensemble on the "Christmas at the White House: An Oprah Primetime Special" on December 12, 2009 and to a service at Saint John's Church in October 2013.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 First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen in the National Archives catalog: "Michelle Obama in an interview with Oprah, December 3, 2009"
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