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1987.127.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.127.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Silk Art Nouveau Scarf
1987.127.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.127.1 a-c; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Silk Art Nouveau Scarf

Artifact ID1987.127.1 a-c
Object Type Scarf
Gifter
Date ca. 1974
Medium silk, cardboard, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 101 1/2 in x W 34 1/2 in (257.8 cm x 87.6 cm )
Physical Description(a) A dark brown silk scarf features a light brown, gold, blue, and green floral design.

(b,c) A navy blue box is covered with a lid, which has a cut-out diamond shape in the center.
Historical NotePolish leader Edward Gierek gifted this scarf to First Daughter Susan Ford on October 8, 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteA foreign official gifted the item to Susan Ford during the Ford Administration. 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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