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Sisters Playing at the Inkwell
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Sisters Playing at the Inkwell
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Sisters Playing at the Inkwell

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.691450
Object Type Collage
Artist (American)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Date 2009
Medium canvas, paper, textile, fiber, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 15 5/8 in x W 15 5/8 in x D 1 in (39.7 cm x 39.7 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionPapercut collage depicting two young girls holding hands on a beach near the water. The girl on the left is wearing a pink dress and the girl on the right is wearing a green dress.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle 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 Details
National 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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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