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1983.89.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.89.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Striped Kente Cloth
1983.89.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.89.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Striped Kente Cloth

Artifact ID1983.89.1
Object Type Scarf
Gifter
Date ca.1974
Place MadeGhana
Medium fabric, dye, trimming, thread, tassel
DimensionsOverall H 72 in x W 16 in (182.9 cm x 40.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA piece of fabric features a pattern made of blue, orange, green, black, and red horizontal lines, which vary in thickness. A row of bright blue tassels is attached to two of the edges.
Historical NoteGeneral Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, military head of state of Ghana, gifted this kente cloth to President Ford. Kente is a traditional Ghanaian textile, handwoven using cotton and silk. It is worn during special occassions.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there 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.
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