Gardien de Reliquaire du Gabon
Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.07112011-16-1.a-b
Object Type
Sculpture
Date
2008
Medium
glass, metal
DimensionsOverall H 14 in (35.6 cm )
Other H 10 in (25.4 cm )
Storage (Box) H 34 in x W 16 in x D 13 in (86.4 cm x 40.6 cm x 33 cm )
Physical DescriptionOther H 10 in (25.4 cm )
Storage (Box) H 34 in x W 16 in x D 13 in (86.4 cm x 40.6 cm x 33 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlue glass sculpture (.a) recreation of a traditional Gabonese mask on top of metal base (.b). The mask is a stylized human face with a concave oval center, an elevated triangular nose, and eyes represented with two semi-circles and raised bumps for pupils. A transverse crest on the top and two crescents with flat bottoms framing the face represent hair and hair adornments. Base represents the neck and is a textured silver colored metal, forming a diamond at the bottom.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText of plaque on obverse: Gardien de Reliquaire du Gabon - 8 ex
Musée du Quai Branly Daum art
Engraved on reverse: DAUM FRANCE 5/8
Historical NoteThis item was received by President Barack Obama from the President of Gabon, Ali Bongo, during a diplomatic exchange at the White House on June 9, 2011.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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 SeriesGifts of State (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
Related Links
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