Princeton University Umbrella
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.081029.1-2.a-b
Object Type
Umbrella
Manufacturer
Peerless Umbrella
(Founded 1927)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Medium
textile (nylon), ink, metal, rubber, adhesive, plastic, elastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Collapsed and Tied) H 2 1/4 in x W 3 in x D 39 1/8 in (5.7 cm x 7.6 cm x 99.4 cm )
Overall - 3D (Extended) H 39 1/8 in x Diam 49 1/2 in (99.4 cm x 125.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo Princeton University Athletics-branded vented umbrellas with alternating black and white panels (.a) and a black umbrella sleeve (.b). The Princeton "Education Through Athletics" black and orange logo is printed on one white panel.Overall - 3D (Extended) H 39 1/8 in x Diam 49 1/2 in (99.4 cm x 125.7 cm )
Historical NoteReceived on March 10, 2014 on the occasion of the Princeton University Women's Fencing Team's visit to the White House for a reception for the NCAA championship teams from the 2012-2013 academic year.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to President Barack 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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