Patent for Electric Lamp by J.V. Nichols & L.H. Latimer
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A historical patent document for an electric lamp, invented by Joseph V. Nichols and Lewis H. Latimer, patented on September 13, 1881. The document includes technical drawings illustrating the structure of the lamp with labeled components.
This patent represents a significant contribution to early electric lighting technology. Lewis H. Latimer was a pioneering African American inventor and engineer who played a crucial role in the development of electric lighting by improving carbon filament technology.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
(No Model.) J. V. NICHOLS & L. H. LATIMER ELECTRIC LAMP No. 247,097 Patented Sept. 13, 1881. Figures 1, 2, 3 - Illustrations of the lamp's structure. Witnesses: Henry C. Bailey, Edw. Sulzner Inventors: Joseph V. Nichols, Lewis H. Latimer Attorney: Barker W. Page