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Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.
Portrait of John F. Kennedy
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.

Portrait of John F. Kennedy

Artifact IDMO 66.124
Object Type Painting
Date 1963-1966
Place MadeMexico
Medium Oil on canvas board
DimensionsOverall H 25 1/2 in x W 31 1/2 in (64.8 cm x 80 cm)
Physical DescriptionPainting of John F. Kennedy holding two books: one book on Civil Laws, the other on Universal Peace, with the American Flag in the background and a globe of the world in center. There are hands on both lower corners.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by a member of the general public received in 1966.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Miguel Vidales
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesJohn F. Kennedy Memorial Collection (National Archives Identifier 1677008)
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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