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Damascened Vase
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Damascened Vase

Artifact IDMO 63.535.1
Object Type Vase
Date ca. 1960
Gifter
Medium Silver plate
DimensionsOverall H 17 5/8 in (44.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionSilver vase with alternating bands of Arabic inscriptions, medallions and strapwork ornament done in repoussé with fine chasing. This vase is one of a pair.
Historical NoteThis metal vase was given to President Kennedy by Egyptian president Gamal Abdel-Nasser.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe vase was delivered in person by Salah Nasir, Director of the General Intelligence Agency in Cairo and received for President Kennedy by John McClone, Director of the CIA. It was transferred to the General Service Administration where it was held until donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Heads of State (National Archives Identifier 1677008)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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