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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Twisted Wooden Cane
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Twisted Wooden Cane

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.714317
Object Type Cane
Date ca. 2009
Medium wood, rubber
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 1/4 in x W 6 1/8 in x D 37 in (3.2 cm x 15.6 cm x 94 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWooden cane with the shaft carved into a spiraling square design. There is a black rubber tip at the bottom of the cane.
Inscriptions and MarkingsBranded below handle: FRENCH LICK SPRINGS
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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