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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Seated Elephant
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Seated Elephant

Artifact ID1981.02604.01
Object Type Sculpture
Maker (Rocklin, CA)
Date 1980
Medium Ceramic
Dimensions7 in. (17.8 cm)
Physical DescriptionA ceramic grey elephant is seated and holding an American flag in its right hand, with the trunk pointed upward. The elephant is holding a jelly bean in its trunk. It is inscribed on the bottom, "From Jo McIntosh 12/80 To President Ronald W. Reagan."
Historical NoteIt was presented at a reception for Chamber of Commerce wives June 10, 1981.
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.
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction Note© Jo McIntosh 1980
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