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1983.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Golden Dragon Ship Plate
1983.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Golden Dragon Ship Plate

Artifact ID1983.52
Object Type Plate, Decorative
Gifter
Date before 1976
Medium wood, paint, lacquer
DimensionsOverall Diam 15 1/4 in x H 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm x 38.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionA black lacquered plate features a gold image of a ship in the shape of a dragon. A row of figures in armor fills the ship and some hold ores.
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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