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US3771247A
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Inflatable art frame
Assignee: Corchia de Harak Inc
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Filing: 1972-06-19
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Granted: 1973-11-13
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Expires: 1992-06-19
Abstract
Abstract A framing system for mounting art objects includes a shell having an outer inflatable compartment and an inner compartment. The inner compartment is adapted to receive an art object and may include a pocket having an elongated pouch for receiving the object to be mounted. Valve means may be located in the outer compartment for inflating the compartment.
Inventors
- 👤 Harak R De
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 09:08
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09F; G09F1/00; G09F1/10; G09F1/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
69 words
A framing system for artwork such as paintings, pictures or photographs comprising: a. a closed shell having an outer inflatable compartment and a central artwork receiving compartment, said shell formed from a lightweight, flexible material; b. valve means in said outer compartment for inflating said compartment; and c. an elongated entrance opening in said central compartment for receiving said artwork, said central compartment adapted to protectively pocket said artwork.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
69 words
A framing system for artwork such as paintings, pictures or photographs comprising: a. a closed shell having an outer inflatable compartment and a central artwork receiving compartment, said shell formed from a lightweight, flexible material; b. valve means in said outer compartment for inflating said compartment; and c. an elongated entrance opening in said central compartment for receiving said artwork, said central compartment adapted to protectively pocket said artwork.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein said shell is formed from a lightweight, flexible transparent material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The invention in accordance with claim 2 wherein said material is a vinyl resin.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
63 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein said shell is formed by sealing a first endless strip adjacent the perimeter of a pair of plastic sheets and sealing a second endless strip interiorly of said first strip wherein the area between said first and second strips is said outer compartment and the area interiorly of said second strip is said inner compartment.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
52 words
A framing system for mounting objects, such as art work, pictures, paintings, photographs, charts, mirrors and the like comprising: a shell having an outer inflatable compartment and an inner compartment; said inner compartment adapted to receive an object in mounting relation; and a slot in said inner compartment for receiving said objects.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
52 words
A framing system for mounting objects, such as art work, pictures, paintings, photographs, charts, mirrors and the like comprising: a shell having an outer inflatable compartment and an inner compartment; said inner compartment adapted to receive an object in mounting relation; and a slot in said inner compartment for receiving said objects.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-11-12 | 1977-05-14 | 1977-11-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-11-12 | 1981-05-14 | 1981-11-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-11-12 | 1985-05-14 | 1985-11-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |