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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Wedding Silhouettes
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Wedding Silhouettes

Artifact ID1982.30654.01
Object Type Drawing
Gifter
Date c. 1980-1982
Medium Paper, Ink, Plastic
Dimensions11 × 14 in. (27.9 × 35.6 cm)
Physical DescriptionA framed image made from silhouettes of a bride and groom in a 19th-century dress. The figures are made out of the words "Ronald Reagan" and "Nancy Reagan." The male figure is holding a cane, and the female figure is holding a bouquet. Between the two figures is a bow and bells with the date "March 4, 1952." The bottom right corner is signed "Ruthie."
Historical NoteThe silhouettes of a bride and groom are lettered "March 4, 1952," which was the date Ronald Reagan and Nancy Davis' were married. It was given as an anniversary gift in 1982--their 30th.
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.
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