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Drawstring Paris Backpack
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.701350.5-6
Object Type
Backpack
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Date
ca. 2009
Medium
textile (polyester), rope, metal, string, plastic (vinyl)
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 15 1/4 in x L 19 in (38.7 cm x 48.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo red drawstring backpacks with white details and a white velcro flap that closes the top. White vinyl text "Paris by Vedettes de Paris" is printed on the front. The drawstring connects to metal grommets at the bottom corners to act as straps.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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