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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
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Catalan Floral Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Catalan Floral Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.5.a
Object Type Dress
Date 2016
Medium textile (cotton, polyester, nylon, silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 43 in x W 39 in (99.1 cm x 109.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionFit-and-flare sleeveless sheath dress made of cloque fabric in a black and white Catalan paint-like print with embroidered white flowers and multi-color splashes on the skirt.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the US-Nordic Leaders Summit and at the Nordic leaders spouses tour of the Renwick Gallery on May 13, 2016.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 First Lady 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 SeriesObama Family Collection (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
Images from the 2016 Nordic Leaders Nations Visit and of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen in a post on The Obama White House archived Medium account: "In Photos: Official Visit of Nordic Leaders" 
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