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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Drawing of Cupped Hands Holding a Feather
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Drawing of Cupped Hands Holding a Feather

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.05232011-90-1.11
Object Type Drawing
Medium paper, crayon, paint, ink, pencil (graphite)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 19 in x W 24 3/4 in (62.9 cm x 48.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHand-colored and drawn artwork depicting two cupped hands holding a feather and a chain of beads. Each bead is marked with a symbol representing a different faith group.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower left of reverse: [name of artist] [grade of artist] [school of artist]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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 Status(not entered)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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