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New Orleans Holiday Ornament
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
New Orleans Holiday Ornament
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

New Orleans Holiday Ornament

Artifact ID2017.11.121
Date 2009
Medium plastic, paper, ink, adhesive, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 5/8 in x Diam 5 7/8 in (16.8 cm x 14.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionLarge ball ornament decorated with papier-mâché images of New Orleans, with a thick application of silver glitter along the top of the piece. Images include the skyline of New Orleans, the logo for the Saints football team, and the Saints' stadium. There is a blue ribbon with yellow embroidered text "reflect" attached to the gold cap at top.
Historical NoteThis Christmas ornament was part of the holiday display for the 2009 White House Blue Room Tree.
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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