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Oguaa Akoto
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Oguaa Akoto
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Oguaa Akoto

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.720012.1-4
Object Type Embroidery
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile, plaster, wood, paint, adhesive, metal, plastic (acrylic)
DimensionsOverall H 7/8 in x W 19 1/8 in x D 17 3/8 in (2.2 cm x 48.6 cm x 44.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionFour framed embroidered artworks, "Oguaa Akoto (Oguaa Crabs)," artist unknown. A large crab with claws raised is chain-stitched in the center of a piece of purple fabric. Below the crab is embroidered "OGUAA AKOTO," also in yellow. The works are in gold-colored plaster frames that are painted to appear as though they are woven.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of the Obama family's official visit to Ghana in July 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a foreign official to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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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