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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Box with Floral Design
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Box with Floral Design

Artifact ID1981.01891.01a-b
Object Type Case, Writing
Gifter
Date 20th Century
Medium Wood, Lacquer
Dimensions11 × 9 × 2 1/2 in. (27.9 × 22.9 × 6.4 cm)
Physical DescriptionThis is a black lacquer box with an asymmetrical design of flowers and leaves beginning on the left side and spilling over onto the lid. The design is muted orange and light brown, outlined in gold. The lid is fully removable and made to hold stationery.
Historical NoteIt was given during a state visit by Prime Minister Zenkō Suzuki of Japan and and Sachi Suzuki May 7-8, 1981. On May 7, after a formal welcome on the South Lawn of the White House, President Reagan and the Prime Minister met privately in the Oval Office and then with their delegations in the Cabinet Room. That night they attended a State Dinner in honor of Suzuki. On May 8, Nancy Reagan and Mrs. Suzuki had tea in the White House Map Room.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a foreign official to 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 Foreign Officials (National Archives Identifier 6816364)
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.
Country/CultureJapan
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