US4192329A
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Portable dressing table or vanity
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-12-29
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Granted: 1980-03-11
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Expires: 1997-12-29
Abstract
Abstract A portable dressing table or vanity comprising a deformable base adapted to assume the contour of the user's lap or knee or on a table. Surmounting the base and secured thereto is a holder having a drawer, flanked by lidded boxes. A mirror mounted between the boxes is foldable into a cavity in the top of the holder. The vanity can be used while watching TV or by bedridden persons or while traveling.
Inventors
- 👤 Gloria K. Swearingen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 12:22
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C15/00; A45C15/04; A45C5/00; A45C5/005; A47; A47B; A47B67/00; F; F16; F16M; F16M13/00; F16M13/02; F16M13/022; A45D; A45D33/00; A45D33/20; F16M2200/00; F16M2200/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A portable, organizational dressing table or vanity comprising an inelastic deformable base member, said member being adapted for support on the lap, knees or on a table surface and able to conform to the contour of said surface; a small article holder secured on said base; said holder including a central compartment flanked by storage bins, said compartment having a top provided with a cavity; a mirror hinged adjacent said cavity and adapted to be received therein; a drawer slidable in said compartment; and lids hinged on said top for closing said bins.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
A portable, organizational dressing table or vanity comprising an inelastic deformable base member, said member being adapted for support on the lap, knees or on a table surface and able to conform to the contour of said surface; a small article holder secured on said base; said holder including a central compartment flanked by storage bins, said compartment having a top provided with a cavity; a mirror hinged adjacent said cavity and adapted to be received therein; a drawer slidable in said compartment; and lids hinged on said top for closing said bins.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The invention as recited in claim 1, wherein said base comprises a container at least partly filled with chips of plastic material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The invention as recited in claim 1, wherein said plastic consists of styrofoam.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
The invention as recited in claim 1 in which the mirror is hinged so as to be pivotable, in a position of use, to a position in which a seated user may view her own reflection when the base is resting on her lap or knees.
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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) | 1983-03-11 | 1983-09-10 | 1984-03-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-03-11 | 1987-09-10 | 1988-03-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-03-11 | 1991-09-10 | 1992-03-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |