John H. French's 1871 School Desk and Seat Patent Model

Description:

John H. French from Burlington, Vermont, received a U.S. patent for an improved school desk. Patent no. 115839 was issued on June 13, 1871.

This model features a folding desk lid and seat, making it easy for the students to move around. The lid encloses the book box, keeping out dust. "John H. French, Albany NY" is written in black ink on the backrest of the bench. It is made up of dark wood but with a brass metal frame.

We are not aware of any additional information about the inventor/patentee.

Date Made: 1871Patent Date: 1871-06-13

Patentee: French, John H.Transfer: U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeInventor: French, John H.

Location: Currently not on view

Referenced In Patent Specifications: United States: Vermont, BurlingtonMarked On Object With Inventor's Name: United States: New York, Albany

Classified: Patent Models

Subject:

See more items in: Home and Community Life: Education, American History Education Collection, Cultures & Communities, Patent Model School Seats and Desks

Exhibition:

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Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: CL.65.0379Accession Number: 249602Catalog Number: 65.0379Patent Number: 115,839

Object Name: modeldesk modelObject Type: Patent Model

Physical Description: wood (overall material)metal (overall material)brass (overall material)Measurements: overall: 12 1/4 in x 9 in x 5 in; 31.115 cm x 22.86 cm x 12.7 cmseat: 12 1/4 in x 2 1/2 in; 31.115 cm x 6.35 cm

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