Francesca Van der Kley, US1663224A
Beauty Case.
Image credit: Van der Kley, F. (1927)
On March 20, 1928, Francesca Van der Kley of New York patented a compact beauty case designed to fit neatly inside a desk or counter drawer. With removable bottoms, perforated walls, and multiple compartments, it allowed businesswomen to organize their toiletries and easily clean out spilled powder without disturbing the contents.
Date of Application: 3 February 1927
Date of Issuance: 20 March 1928
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Francesca Chiaradia
PhD Candidate in Economics
My research interests include innovation, law, and information economics.