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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Puzzle Piece Quilt
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Puzzle Piece Quilt

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.688504
Object Type Quilt, Art
Date ca. 2009
Medium textile
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 40 1/2 in x W 31 1/2 in (80 cm x 102.9 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPatchwork quilt with a puzzle-inspired block pattern made from red, yellow, green, blue, and black fabric with tassels at the center of each block. The reverse has a colorful striped pattern.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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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