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2011.22; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2011.22; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Mahogany Baby Seal Carving
2011.22; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2011.22; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Mahogany Baby Seal Carving

Artifact ID2011.22
Object Type Carving
Gifter
Date Unknown
Medium wood, polish
DimensionsOverall H 7 in x W 22 1/2 in x D 11 1/2 in (17.8 cm x 57.2 cm x 29.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA dark brown wooden carving of a seal with a raised neck and a slightly open mouth
Historical NoteMexican President Luis Echeverría Alvarez gifted this object to President Ford. The Fords displayed it at their residence in Rancho Mirage, California, until Betty Ford's death in 2011.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to him, and Betty Ford's estate gifted it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2011.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesHead of State Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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