Artifact No. 1988.1151.1, Frankincense Burner; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum (Grand Rapids, MI)
Frankincense Burner
Artifact ID1988.1151.1
Object Type
Burner, Incense
Date
ca. 1976
Medium
metal, stone
DimensionsOverall H 12 in x W 6 in x D 6 in (30.5 cm x 15.2 cm x 15.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA gold frankincense burner is decorated with scrollwork and palm trees. It is inlaid with carved polished pieces of gray, red, and yellow striped stone.Historical NoteThis frankincense burner was presented to President Ford by Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia as a Bicentennial gift on July 9, 1976.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 was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
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.