Read Also: How Obama's father witnessed Tom Mboya's murderIt is the first dress worn by Michelle Obama, who became a style icon during her eight years at the White House, ever to come to auction, Julien’s said. The items were not put up for sale by the couple. “The Obamas’ personal items ... don’t come up very often,” said Kody Frederick, gallery director for Julien’s Auctions. Obama’s love for basketball continued during his eight years as president, and he converted a tennis court at the White House to a basketball court. The Obama pieces will go on public exhibition at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Ireland, and at Julien’s in Beverly Hills ahead of the sale.

Source: Standard Digital October 01, 2020 01:18 UTC