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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Smiling Upon City
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

John F. Kennedy Smiling Upon City

Artifact IDMO 63.48
Object Type Painting
Date ca. 1964
Medium Oil on canvas
DimensionsOverall H 22 in x W 28 in (55.9 cm x 71.1 cm)

Physical DescriptionOil painting of John F. Kennedy's spirit smiling down upon a futuristic city with tall buildings and an atom in the upper right corner.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy received by the Executive Office of the President after the death of President Kennedy in 1964, it was transferred to General Service Office and held until donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these 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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