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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Ofrenda
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Ofrenda

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.06042013-29-1
Object Type Sculpture
Medium glass, paint, wood, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 15 1/2 in x W 6 3/8 in x D 5 in (39.4 cm x 16.2 cm x 12.7 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionGlass rectangular sculpture on a wood base that depicts a woman balancing a jug on top of her head etched in gold. The woman's limbs are thin lines and she wears a rectangular gold-checked top and skirt with floral and geometric designs. Her arms point upward.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved to the left of figure: Fernandollort
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's visit to Costa Rica for a Central American Integration System (SICA) Meeting on May 3, 2013.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
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (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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