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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Design Sketch of Paperweight for Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Design Sketch of Paperweight for Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg

Artifact IDMO 78.10
Object Type Painting
Date 1962
Date Presented4/30/63
Maker (Founded 1948, New York)
Place MadeNew York, New York, United States
Medium Gouache on paper
DimensionsOverall H 14 in x W 18 in (35.6 cm x 45.7 cm )

Physical DescriptionGouache rendering of a gold, pearl and azurite paperweight that was designed as a gift for the Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg
Historical NoteThis gift was presented to Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg by President and Mrs. John F. Kennedy on April 30, 1963 during her visit to the White House.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThis item is material associated with the White House, the Kennedy Administration and the Executive Offices of the President. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum by David Webb Inc. in 1978.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of David Webb, Inc.
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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