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First Fisherman
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
First Fisherman
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

First Fisherman

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2018.1.148
Object Type Blanket, Trade
Artist (Puyallup)
Manufacturer (Founded 1863)
Date 2002
Medium textile (cotton, wool), leather
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 77 in x W 66 in (167.6 cm x 195.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack blanket with the "First Fisherman" design in reds, oranges, and yellows. Design was created by an artist from the Puyallup Tribe and depicts four fish surrounding a center circle containing another fish and a moon. Top of bottom of blanket have a solid gray border.
Historical NotePresented by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians.
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. 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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