Baroness Gabrielle Heyking, GB189818789A

Collapsible Water Holding Apparatus.

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On October 22, 1898, Baroness Gabrielle Heyking, Seignory of Mews, patented a collapsible water-holding apparatus featuring a hinged, foldable frame designed to support a waterproof sheet. The invention provided a portable and space-saving solution for holding or carrying water, particularly suited for bathing or washing purposes.

Date of Application: 2 September 1898

Date of Issuance: 22 October 1898

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