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1983.178; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.178; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Message to Gerald R. Ford Plate
1983.178; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.178; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Message to Gerald R. Ford Plate

Artifact ID1983.178
Object Type Plate, Decorative
Artist
Maker
Date before 1977
Medium porcelain, ink
DimensionsOverall Diam 10 in x D 5/8 in (1.6 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white plate features a sketch of a woman's profile. She has long hair and dark lips and eyes. A pattern made of wavy gold lines and white circles is in the background. Flowers, abstract shapes, and text decorate the plate's right side.
Historical NoteContemporary Greek artist Lisa Sotilis created the artwork and note on the plate. Sotilis made paintings, sculptures, furniture designs, and jewelry throughout her career.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 1983.
Credit LineGift of Lisa Sotilis
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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