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Denim Flip-Flops With Obama Hope Image
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Denim Flip-Flops With Obama Hope Image
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Denim Flip-Flops With Obama Hope Image

Artifact ID2018.1.189.a-b
Object Type Flip-Flop
Manufacturer
Medium textile (cotton), rubber, leather, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a-b: Individual Flip-flop) H 1 5/8 in x W 3 7/8 in x D 9 3/4 in (4.1 cm x 9.8 cm x 24.8 cm )
Manufacturer's Size (6 wide) D (0 cm )

Physical DescriptionA pair of denim, leather, and rubber soled flip-flops (.a-b). Each flip-flop has the portrait of President Obama by Shepard Fairey printed on canvas on the outer side of the thong strap. On the inner side of the thong strap in printed on canvas the campaign message YES WE CAN in English on the left shoe and in Swahili on the right shoe.
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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