Barack Obama visited the nation's capital, he enjoyed his meal on plates made by potter Bill Reddick. Former Governor-General Adrienne Clarkson commissioned Reddick to make a 45-piece dinner set for Rideau Hall. For Obama's visit, this set was sent to the Senate Speaker's Suite for the occasion.Reddick admitted thinking "Wouldn't it be amazing if Obama ate off my plate?" before he saw a photo of this actually happening.
The plates feature a green rim and a number of maple le
afs surrounding a ruby red centre.
afs surrounding a ruby red centre. What a wonderful feeling for Reddick!
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