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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Bust
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Bust

Artifact IDMO 2007.169.57
Object Type Bust
Maker (American)
Date1933
Mediumceramic
Dimensionsoverall H 4 1/4 in x W 2 1/2 in x D 1 3/4 in (10.8 cm x 6.4 cm x 4.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA small, white, unglazed ceramic head and shoulders bust of Franklin D. Roosevelt. He is shown wearing a suit jacket, shirt, and tie. Inscribed on the front of the integrated pedestal base: Franklin / D. Roosevelt. Inscribed on the reverse of the base: Copyright 1933 / by Leo Kaul / Chicago / Made in Germany.
Historical NoteFranklin Roosevelt loomed large in American popular culture. Elected to four terms as America’s president, he became a familiar presence on the radio and in newspapers, magazines, and newsreels. Inevitably, his well-known likeness appeared on products such as this small bust.
Additional Details
Credit LineGift of Helene Harris
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGift Items and Commemorative Artifacts (National Archives Identifier 782690)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyCopyright© Leo Kaul / 1933. Copyright and other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. Franklin D. Roosevelt 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.
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