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Beach Print Flip-Flops
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Beach Print Flip-Flops
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Beach Print Flip-Flops

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06042013-89-9.a-b; FO.06042013-97-9.a-b
Object Type Flip-Flop
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium rubber, plastic, textile, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 2 in x W 3 3/4 in x D 9 3/4 in (5.1 cm x 9.5 cm x 24.8 cm )

Physical DescriptionTwo pairs of flip-flops with a beach scene printed on each with bits of a tree visible near the toe of each flip-flop.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a foreign official to Malia and Sasha Obama during the Obama Administration. They were received through the Executive 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
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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