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An Autobiography
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
An Autobiography
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

An Autobiography

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.690719.2
Object Type Book
Author (Indian, 1889 - 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 1936
Medium paper, ink, leather
DimensionsOverall H 2 in x W 6 1/2 in x D 9 1/2 in (5.1 cm x 16.5 cm x 24.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionLeather bound brown book with gold lines along the edge of the spine and corners. Near spine on both covers is embossed leaf motif. Gold embossing on side with title and author name.
Historical NoteReceived at bilateral meeting with Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of India, during the G20 London Summit in 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 Details
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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