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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Jelly Bean Jar Embroidery
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Jelly Bean Jar Embroidery

Artifact ID1981.34114.01
Object Type Needlework
Gifter
Maker (Harvard, IL)
Maker (Moline, IL)
Date 1981
Medium Fabric, Paper, Glass, Metal, Ink
Dimensions24 × 13 in. (61 × 33 cm)
Physical DescriptionAn embroidered picture of a jelly bean jar. The jar is outlined in black thread with a labeled lettered “JELLY BEANS” in red thread. There are multi-colored jellybeans embroidered in a satin stitch. On the right is embroidered “GMF” in black. The picture is on a burgundy mat with a white inner border and a silver frame. On the back lower center there is a black sticker lettered “Moline Art Gallery and frame shop, ltd. 1415 FIFTH AVENUE MOLINE, ILLINOIS 61265 309-761-1202” in gold. To the right is a red, white, and blue address label with the gifter’s name and address, the American Lung Association’s logo (a double red cross) on the left, and “FIGHT EMPHYSEMA” in red across the bottom border.
Historical NoteThis particular jellybean design embroidery was probably a commercial pattern or kit, as other versions of this same design were given to President Ronald Reagan.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Subjects
Jelly Beans
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