US3871609A
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Picture and lamp holding bracket assembly
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-07-02
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Granted: 1975-03-18
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Expires: 1993-07-02
Abstract
Abstract A combination adjustable picture mounting and lamp holding bracket assembly is provided for attachment to the back surface of a picture frame. The base portion is secured to the picture frame and includes a serrated band extending across the base portion to permit a relative adjustment of the picture frame with respect to the fastener. A cross-sectional U-shaped member is adapted to receive an extension member connected to a lamp for suspending the lamp beyond the perimeter of the picture frame for illumination purposes.
Inventors
- 👤 Le Roy Benjamin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 22:17
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21V; F21V33/00; F21V33/0004; F21V33/0024; F21V33/0028; F21V33/0032; F21V21/00; F21V21/14; F21V21/22; F21W; F21W2131/00; F21W2131/30; F21W2131/304
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
154 words
A combination adjustable picture mounting and lamp holding bracket assembly adapted to be fastened to a picture frame and hung on a first support member for positioning the picture frame on a wall or the like and for further supporting a second member extending from the picture frame such as a lamp, comprising: a pair of base members lying in a first plane and adapted to be secured to the picture frame; at least one cross sectionally U-shaped member interconnecting the base members for supportingly receiving the lamp so that it extends beyond the perimeter of the picture frame; and a serrated band member connected to each base member and lying substantially in a second plane wherein the U-shaped member is positioned substantially between the first and second plane, the band member extending beyond the U-shaped member for adjustably positioning the base portions and accordingly the picture frame relative to the first support member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
154 words
A combination adjustable picture mounting and lamp holding bracket assembly adapted to be fastened to a picture frame and hung on a first support member for positioning the picture frame on a wall or the like and for further supporting a second member extending from the picture frame such as a lamp, comprising: a pair of base members lying in a first plane and adapted to be secured to the picture frame; at least one cross sectionally U-shaped member interconnecting the base members for supportingly receiving the lamp so that it extends beyond the perimeter of the picture frame; and a serrated band member connected to each base member and lying substantially in a second plane wherein the U-shaped member is positioned substantially between the first and second plane, the band member extending beyond the U-shaped member for adjustably positioning the base portions and accordingly the picture frame relative to the first support member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The bracket assembly of claim 1 wherein a second cross sectionally U-shaped member interconnects the base members, the serrated band member being cut from and extending across the resulting opening between the U-shaped members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
The bracket assembly of claim 1 wherein the U-shaped member is positioned relative to the plane of the base members to hold the lamp between the picture frame and the U-shaped member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The bracket assembly of claim 2 wherein one side of each U-shaped configuration lies in a plane parallel to both the first and second plane.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
176 words
A combination adjustable picture mounting and lamp holding bracket assembly adapted to be fastened to a picture frame and hung on a first support member such as a nail for positioning the picture frame on a wall or the like and for further supporting a second member extending from the picture frame such as a lamp, comprising; at least one base member lying in a first plane and adapted to be secured to the picture frame; at least one lamp supporting member interconnected to the base member for supportingly holding the lamp against the picture frame adjacent the first plane so that it extends beyond the perimeter of the picture frame for illuminating a picture in the picture frame, and a serrated band member interconnected to the base member and lying substantially in a second plane wherein the lamp supporting member is positioned substantially between the first and second plane, the band member extending beyond the lamp supporting member for adjustably positioning the base portions and accordingly the picture frame relative to the first support member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
176 words
A combination adjustable picture mounting and lamp holding bracket assembly adapted to be fastened to a picture frame and hung on a first support member such as a nail for positioning the picture frame on a wall or the like and for further supporting a second member extending from the picture frame such as a lamp, comprising; at least one base member lying in a first plane and adapted to be secured to the picture frame; at least one lamp supporting member interconnected to the base member for supportingly holding the lamp against the picture frame adjacent the first plane so that it extends beyond the perimeter of the picture frame for illuminating a picture in the picture frame, and a serrated band member interconnected to the base member and lying substantially in a second plane wherein the lamp supporting member is positioned substantially between the first and second plane, the band member extending beyond the lamp supporting member for adjustably positioning the base portions and accordingly the picture frame relative to the first support member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
33 words
The bracket assembly of claim 5 wherein the lamp supporting member has a cross-sectional U-shape, one side of the U-shaped configuration lying in a plane parallel to both the first and second plane.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
47 words
The bracket assembly of claim 5 further including a second base member and a second lamp supporting member, both supporting members are interconnected to each of the base members, the serrated band member being cut from and extending across the resulting opening between the lamp supporting members.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
15 words
The bracket assembly of claim 5 wherein the band member is serrated on botH sides.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
The bracket assembly of claim 8 wherein the bracket assembly is symmetrical about the central longitudinal axis of the bracket assembly.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
21 words
The bracket assembly of claim 2 wherein the bracket assembly is symmetrical about the central longitudinal axis of the bracket assembly.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-03-17 | 1978-09-16 | 1979-03-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-03-17 | 1982-09-16 | 1983-03-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-03-17 | 1986-09-16 | 1987-03-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |