1987.101.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Crystal Candelabra

Artifact ID1987.101.1

Date before 1975

Medium brass, crystal, plastic, metal

DimensionsOverall H 20 1/4 in x W 13 1/2 in (51.4 cm x 34.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionA lamp with decorative gold fixtures features round pieces of transparent crystal suspended from small metal hoops. It is supported by a round gold base decorated with matching crystals.
Historical NoteAustrian Chancellor Bruno Kreisky gifted this candelabra to President Gerald R. Ford during the President’s state visit to Austria. The gift was received on May 31, 1975, the day before Ford’s arrival in Austria.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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Head of State Gifts