1987.194.1 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Floral Lace Doily
Artifact ID1987.194.1 a-b
Object Type
Doily
Gifter
Fabiola, Queen of Belgium
Date
before 1976
Medium
thread, fabric
DimensionsOverall (doily) Diam 22 1/2 in (57.2 cm )
Overall (box) H 23 in x W 23 in x D 1 in (58.4 cm x 58.4 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical Description(a) A round, floral, cream-colored doily features symmetrical organic shapes.Overall (box) H 23 in x W 23 in x D 1 in (58.4 cm x 58.4 cm x 2.5 cm )
(b) A red presentation box
Historical NoteQueen Fabiola of Belgium gifted this lace doily to First Lady Betty Ford.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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