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My Batik Story: A Silent Labor of Love
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
My Batik Story: A Silent Labor of Love
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

My Batik Story: A Silent Labor of Love

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.099439; FO.763825.4
Object Type Book
Author (Indonesian, 1952 - 2019)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall (w/o sleeve) H 1 in x W 11 in x D 8 1/8 in (2.5 cm x 27.9 cm x 20.6 cm )

Physical DescriptionTwo hardcover books that are contained in a brown outer sleeves. The covers of the books depict the author Ani Bambang Yudhoyono dying fabric using the batik technique
Historical NoteOne book was received on the occasion of President Barack Obama's 2010 visit to Indonesia.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a foreign official to 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
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