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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Salmon Carving
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Salmon Carving

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.112764
Object Type Figurine
Date 2016
Medium ivory
DimensionsOverall - 3D (Laid Flat) H 3/8 in x W 2 1/4 in x D 2 7/8 in (1 cm x 5.7 cm x 7.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCarving of fossilized ivory (walrus tusk) of two salmon united by a banner near the tail fins engraved with "Protect Bristol Bay Save The Fisherman" on one side and "United Tribes Kuyana of Bristol Bay; President Obama." Reverse inscribed "Eat Wild Salmon." A drum over the tail fins with drumstick crossing out "Pebble Mine." There is a heart on each tail fin on the obverse.
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 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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