Mosaic Portrait of John F. Kennedy
Artifact IDMO 63.1118
Object Type
Mosaic
Date
May 18, 1963
Gifter
Dr. Ayten Halil Davasligil
Maker
Dr. Ayten Halil Davasligil
(Exchange Doctor from Turkey)
Medium
Wood, pigment
DimensionsOverall H 22 1/2 in x W 17 1/2 in (57.2 cm x 44.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionHead and shoulder portrait of John F. Kennedy made from a mosaic of painted wood.
Historical NoteThe mosaic was received by Jerry Bruno of the President Kennedy's staff, from Mayor Briley of Nashville.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteItem was a gift from a member of the general public to the President and Mrs. Kennedy received by the Executive Office of the President betwen 1961-1963 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from Public (National Archives Identifier 1677327)
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.
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