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Multicolor Tablecloth Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Multicolor Tablecloth Set
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Multicolor Tablecloth Set

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06272012-6-2.8.a-b
Object Type Set, Tablecloth
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (cotton)
DimensionsOverall - 2D (.a - Tablecloth) L 103 1/2 in x W 59 in (149.9 cm x 262.9 cm )
 Overall - 2D (.b - Napkin) L 15 in x W 12 in (30.5 cm x 38.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionWoven multi-color cotton tablecloth and napkin set. Each napkin has a different traditional African symbol in the center, white, yellow, and red stripes on both ends, and fringe. Similar symbols and other motifs are reflected on the tablecloth, which is also fringed. Some of the napkins have a black background. The napkins are sewn together.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the 2012 G8 summit.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (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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