The Art of War
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688178
Object Type
Book
Date
2009
Medium
textile, paper (cardboard), metal (gold), adhesive, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 3/4 in x W 4 1/8 in x D 7 3/4 in (4.4 cm x 10.5 cm x 19.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionHardcover book with title and author debossed on yellow cover in red textile. At the bottom left of the cover there is an debossed image, also in red, depicting a horse drawn carriage with two figures in it. Each page of the book is board with an inset metal plate containing the text, edges of pages are also lined with gold. Book is written in Chinese.
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 DetailsNational 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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