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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Portrait of Caroline with her Dog, Charlie
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Portrait of Caroline with her Dog, Charlie

Artifact IDMO 63.162
Object Type Painting
Date 1962
Artist (Illustrator, American b. 1919)
Medium Oil
DimensionsOverall H 25 1/2 in x W 24 3/4 in (64.8 cm x 62.9 cm)

Physical DescriptionOil painting of Caroline Kennedy seated with her legs crossed and her arm around her dog "Charlie". She wears a yellow dress with a yellow bow in her hair.
Historical NoteThis painting was created by John McClelland for the July 1962 issue of Woman's Day magazine.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift from the art editor of Women's Day Magazine to the President and Mrs. Kennedy received by the Executive Office of the President in 1962 and held by the General Service Administration until it was 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
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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