Technical Drawing of an Invention by Lewis H. Latimer
Drawing
This is a technical illustration of an invention by Lewis H. Latimer, showcasing a mechanical or structural device. The drawing consists of two labeled figures ("Fig. 1" and "Fig. 2") that depict different views of the apparatus. The diagram is highly detailed, with precise line work and labeled components, suggesting it may be part of a patent application or engineering documentation.
Lewis H. Latimer was an influential inventor and draftsman who made significant contributions to electrical engineering, particularly in improving the incandescent light bulb. He was also involved in the development of various mechanical and structural innovations. This drawing represents his technical expertise and role in industrial advancements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Inventor L.H. Latimer Witnesses [Faint text, possibly "Safety Elevator"]