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Nun with School Children
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston MA
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Nun with School Children

Artifact IDMO 63.440
Object Type Painting
Date 1962
Date Presented10/20/62
Gifter
Place MadeCannes, France, Europe
Medium Oil on canvas
DimensionsOverall H 23 in x W 19 in (58.4 cm x 48.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionOil painting of a French nun amidst many children wearing yellow hats.
Historical NoteThis painting was presented to President Kennedy during his visit to Chicago on October 20, 1962.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was a gift from the Sisters of Charity, St. Vincent de Paul Society to President Kennedy received by him in Chicago, Il in 1962. The painting was transferred to the General Service Administration and held 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 1676966)
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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