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President Truman admires a gift from France

2005-331
Accession Number
2005-331
13.5x9 inches
Black & White
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NAID 350376338
Related Collection
Short, Joseph H. and Short, Beth Campbell Papers
Keywords
Decoration and ornament
Presidents
HST Keywords
Bonnet, Henri - Ref. to; France - General File - Gifts - Clock - Candalabras; Truman - Gifts - Foreign - France - Clock - Candelabras; White House - Exterior - North Portico
People Pictured
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
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Life Magazine

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
President Harry S. Truman admires an 18th century musical clock and two golden candelabras presented to the President by French Ambassador Henri Bonnet. They were acquired by French President Vincent Auriol for use in the renovated White House and will be placed in the Red Room.
Date(s)
April 18, 1952