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Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School Student Artwork 2015
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School Student Artwork 2015
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School Student Artwork 2015

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.109651.2
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2015
Medium paper, ink, adhesive, paint, wood
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 3/8 in x W 14 in x D 13 1/4 in (3.5 cm x 35.6 cm x 33.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHand-made book filled with paintings made by students at the Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School. The book is bound at the spine with a series of wooden dowels. The front cover bears a multi-color painted collage. A piece of paper with the title in Chinese and school logo are attached to the right side of the page.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of Mrs. Obama and Madame Peng Liyuan of China visiting the National Zoo on September 25th, 2015, to announce the name of the new born panda cub, Bei Bei, and commemorate 40 years of scientific collaboration between the two nations.
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 President 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 SeriesDomestic Gifts (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.
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