Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Bookends
Artifact IDMO 1976.117
Object Type
Bookend
Maker
The House of David
(American, founded 1903)
Mediumpaint on plaster
Dimensionsoverall (each bookend) H 5 5/8 in x W 5 1/8 in x D 3 3/8 in (14.3 cm x 13 cm x 8.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pair of plaster bookends (a,b) with an ivory pearlized finish. The bookends each have a cast bust of FDR turned slightly to the proper right and wearing a suit and tie. Beneath each bust is the text: F.D. Roosevelt. The backsides and undersides of each bookend is lined with green felt.
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 these bookends. They are on display in the ROOSEVELT IN POP CULTURE exhibit in the Museum’s NEW DEAL gallery.Additional Details
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 - PossiblyCopyrightCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. The Franklin D. Roosevelt 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. In Collection(s)
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