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Deepwater Horizon Oil Rig Cap Model
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Deepwater Horizon Oil Rig Cap Model
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Deepwater Horizon Oil Rig Cap Model

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2018.1.29
Object Type Model
Maker
Gifter
Date 2010
Medium plastic (vinyl), wood, metal, paint, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D (cap fully lowered) H 16 1/2 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 10 in (41.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionModel of a proposed cap for the Deepwater Horizon oil rig made from white PVC pipes, wood, and gears. Model has a crank at the top that moves the center column and cap up and down. Model is mounted on a natural wood base.
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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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