Blue Chiffon Hip Scarf
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.109033.1-2
Object Type
Costume, Dance
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Medium
textile (polyester), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 59 1/4 in x W 10 1/2 in (26.7 cm x 150.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo blue chiffon belly dancing hip scarves with gold spherical beads and rows of hanging gold metal coins. Impressed into each coin is the side profile of a gladiator wearing a helmet, surrounded by stars. The scarves are widest toward the center and tapers at each end, which would be wrapped around the waist and tied.Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha Obama during the Obama Administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their 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)
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