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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Patroness of Cuba
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Patroness of Cuba

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.107827
Object Type Tile, Decorative
Medium ceramic, ink, wood, adhesive, metal, paper
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 15 1/8 in x W 13 1/8 in x D 7/8 in (38.4 cm x 33.3 cm x 2.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionDecorative tile printed with a detailed artwork of an illustrated depiction of the Our Lady of Charity sculpture. The illustration is in yellow and gold tones with a blue background and depicting Mary holding baby Jesus, both wear large crowns, and draped in a blanket. In the illustration Mary's form is rising from a moon that contains faces of angels.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on reverse: Dear Mr. President, Receive this image of the Patrones of Cuba with our best wishes of health & peace for you & your family. In front of this image Cubano pray everyday for freedom, justice & true liberty to Cuba & her people. [gifter's signature]
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama visiting the Shrine of Our Lady of Charity in Miami, Florida on May 28, 2015.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 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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