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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
The Cal Poly Mustang
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

The Cal Poly Mustang

Artifact ID1982.31044.01
Object Type Sculpture
Gifter
Maker (Sculptor, Cowboy; Animal Physiology Professor, Cal Poly)
Date 1982
Medium Metal (bronze), Wood (walnut)
Dimensions11 in. (27.9 cm)
Physical DescriptionA Cal Poly Mustang bronze sculpture shaped like a rearing mustang on a walnut base. The sculpture depicts the school's mascot. A small brass plate on the base states THE CAL POLY MUSTANG, R.M. HARRIS, 82/150.” Also included is an authenticity certificate.
Historical NoteCal Poly Mustang bronze sculpture in shape of a rearing mustang on a walnut base. The sculpture depicts the school's mascot and is a replica of the life-sized 750 pound sculpture unveiled at California Polytechnic State University Golden Anniversary Celebration April 23, 1982. Dr. Roy M. Harris, an animal physiologist at Cal Poly, sculpted the horse. The gifters also contributed to the Cal Poly Alumni Association in the president's name.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald 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 - Fully
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights are 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 these 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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