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2007.181; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.181; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
USS Gerald R. Ford Painting
2007.181; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.181; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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USS Gerald R. Ford Painting

Artifact ID2007.181
Object Type Painting
Artist
Date ca. 2007
Medium paint, canvas, wood, metal
DimensionsOverall H 53 1/4 in x W 77 1/2 in x D 1 1/2 in (135.3 cm x 196.9 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn aircraft carrier navigates a body of water below a blue sky dappled with orange and white clouds. Multiple ships are in the distance, scattered throughout the image. It is framed in a black and golden frame.
Historical NoteArtist Stanley Stokes created this painting of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier following the public announcement in 2007 that CVN-78 would be named after the former President. Stokes is known for his aviation artwork.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2007.
Credit LineGift of Stanley H. Stokes
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of 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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