Natural Canvas Tote Bag
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.691462.2
Object Type
Bag, Tote
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Medium
textile (cotton), ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 20 1/2 in x W 14 3/8 in (36.5 cm x 52.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionOff-white canvas tote bag with black straps and printed rectangular design of a carved wood African-style mask that contains cutouts of elephants and giraffes in front of an orange background.
Inscriptions and MarkingsCard with brand/company information retained for object file.
Manufacturer and materials tag inside seam.
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 DetailsNational 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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Not on view
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