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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Watercolor Painting of the Grand Canyon and Native Americans
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Watercolor Painting of the Grand Canyon and Native Americans

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.709705
Object Type Watercolor
Date 2008
Medium paper, paint, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 10 in x W 19 7/8 in (50.5 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionWatercolor painting on cold press paper depicting a Native American chief and seven of his tribal members on horseback overlooking the Grand Canyon
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature] 08 Inscribed on reverse: Mr. President Barrack Obama, Congratulations and thanks for giving us hope again. Sincerely, Tribe Park [gifter's signature] [gifter's signature] 1-29-09
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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