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Star-Shaped Afghan
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Star-Shaped Afghan
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Star-Shaped Afghan

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688731.2
Object Type Afghan
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium textile
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 47 1/4 in x W 58 1/4 in (148 cm x 120 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionStar-shaped knit afghan with multiple points and concentric rows of red, blue, and white yarn, some with a raised fuzzy texture.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha 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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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