Push Don't Pull
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.711548
Object Type
Print
Date
September 2005
Medium
paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Framed) H 1 1/8 in x W 16 3/8 in x D 12 3/8 in (2.9 cm x 41.6 cm x 31.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionA framed wood cut print by Greg Wessel. Depicts two hands with index fingers pointing at one another, stuck inside a woven finger trap. Background is composed of small green lines outlining "PUSH" above the hands and "DON'T PULL" below. Limited edition print.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed below print on obverse: 4/5 [artist's signature] 9/05
Inscribed on reverse: "The correct solution is frequently counter-intuitive."
[artist signature]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional DetailsNational Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (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 Obama Presidential Library. The 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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Not on view
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