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1994.13.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1994.13.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Custom Calligraphy on Paper
1994.13.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1994.13.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Custom Calligraphy on Paper

Artifact ID1994.13.1
Object Type Painting
Maker (Japanese, 1931 - 2022)
Gifter
Date Unknown
Medium paper, paint, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 10 3/4 in x W 9 1/2 in (27.3 cm x 24.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA rectangular white piece of paper with a thin gold border features two large black Japanese characters. There is a vertical line of small black Japanese characters on the proper right. There is a red seal on the proper right lower corner, and there is one on the proper left upper corner.
Historical NoteJapanese politician Toshiki Kaifu gifted this calligraphy to President Ford.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. He donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1994.
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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