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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
The Assassination, 1963
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

The Assassination, 1963

Artifact IDMO 63.327
Object Type Painting
Date 1964
Gifter
Maker (The Bard Studio)
Medium Oil
DimensionsFramed H 36 in x W 31 in (91.4 cm x 78.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionOil painting of a desert scene with the Eternal Light in the foreground surrounded by cactus and rocks. In the center is a large cross being struck by lightning.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was given to Mrs. Kennedy after the death of President Kennedy in 1963 as a memorial token. It was held by the General Service Administration from 1963-1965 until it was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1965 by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Donald Barr
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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