Yarn Sunny Obama Sculpture
Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.11.588
Object Type
Decoration, Holiday
Medium
textile, metal, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 34 1/2 in x W 19 in x D 53 1/2 in (87.6 cm x 48.3 cm x 135.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionLarger-than-life-sized sculpture Sunny Obama made out of black yarn knotted over a wire frame. Sunny is modeled standing up. There are two blue eyes on the face and around the dog's neck is a red, black, and tan checked scarf.Historical NoteThis sculpture of Sunny was used as decor for the 2015 White House Christmas and various other holiday season decorations.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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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