2008.248.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Ville de Basse-Terre Lithograph

Artifact ID2008.248.2

Date Unknown

Medium paper, ink. wood, metal

DimensionsOverall H 17 in x W 22 1/2 in x D 1 in (43.2 cm x 57.2 cm x 2.5 cm )

Physical DescriptionA lithograph features an image of multiple boats on a body of water. People fill several of the vessels, which are positioned in front of mountainous terrain. A white and green mat borders the image, and it is framed in a golden frame.
Historical NoteFrench President Valery Giscard D'Estang gifted this painting to President Gerald R. Ford during his state visit to the French West Indies island of Martinique on December 14-16, 1974.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Ford during the Ford administration. It was personally presented to her and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in September, 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.

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