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10 Toy Figurines
10 Toy Figurines

10 Toy Figurines

Artifact IDMO 63.1888a-j
Object Type Figurine
Date before 1961
Date Presented7/12/61
Place MadeMali, Africa
Medium Metal
DimensionsOverall H 4 in x W 4 in (10.2 cm x 10.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionCast and painted metal musicians and dancers figurines, representing a ceremony. The figures are painted
Historical NotePresented to Dave Powers by Jean-Marie Kone, Minister of the State Republic of Mali as a gift for President Kennedy on July 12, 1961.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift from a foreign official to the President and First Lady received through the Executive office during the Kennedy Administration and 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
Use Restriction StatusUnknownUse 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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