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1982.16; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1982.16; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Art Plaque
1982.16; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1982.16; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Art Plaque

Artifact ID1982.16
Object Type Plaque, Decorative
Gifter
Date ca. 1976
Medium paint, adhesive, wood, polish
DimensionsOverall H 15 3/4 in x W 22 1/2 in x D 1 in (40 cm x 57.2 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA wooden plaque displays a rectangular mixed media image of a man in colonial clothing standing in front of a ship. There are colorful clouds in the background, and there are emblems in the upper left and right corners. Unrolled scrolls display text on either side of the figure.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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