2009 Inaugural Luncheon Vase
Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.9.3-4
Object Type
Vase
Artist/ Maker
Paula Skene
(American)
Artist/ Maker
Lorraine Coyle
(American)
Date
2009
Medium
glass
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 10 1/8 in x Diam 5 3/8 in (25.7 cm x 13.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo tall rounded glass vases with circular opening that widens in the middle and tapers towards the base. Etched on the front of the vase is a depiction of the southern facade of the White House and an inscription below. On the reverse of the vase there is an etched depiction of the U.S. Capitol building with decorative foliage on either side.Historical NoteThese vases were created as a gift for attendees of the Inaugural Luncheon for President Barack Obama's first inauguration in 2009. Each came with a card that reads: "The original artwork for the vase was created by noted designer Paula Skene, a native / Californian whose studio is located in Emeryville, California. The vase was handcrafted at Evergreen Crystal, owned by Lorraine Coyle, a native Californian and accomplished artist in glass and crystal."
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items are materials associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
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