Sketch of a Horse's Head
Artifact IDMO 63.101.2
Object Type
Drawing
Date
1917-1963
Artist
Henry Groen
(American, 1917 - 2010)
Medium
graphite on paper
DimensionsOverall H 25 1/2 in x W 26 in (64.8 cm x 66 cm )
Physical DescriptionA fine lined pencil drawing of the left profile of an Arabian horse's head. Drawing is framed in a wood frame with natural cotton duck fabric mat.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy hung this sketch of a horse's head in the White House. The artist, Henry Groen, was a Utah native and, like Mrs. Kennedy, a passionate equestrian.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteDonated to the government in 1965 through the deed of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy 2/15/65
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 SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 76055728)
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 the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.Subjects
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