Jack-o-lantern helmet patent, 1903 C024 / 3611
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Jack-o-lantern helmet patent, 1903 C024 / 3611
Jack-o-lantern patent, 1903. Artwork of a helmet designed by Jon Du Ket. The decorated cardboard helmet is illuminated from within by candle. The obvious fire hazard of using cardboard with naked flame was not addressed in the patent
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This print showcases the Jack-o-lantern helmet patent from 1903, a truly unique invention by Jon Du Ket. The artwork depicts an intricately designed helmet made of decorated cardboard, ingeniously illuminated from within by a flickering candle. However, what makes this patent particularly intriguing is the glaring oversight regarding fire safety. Despite its innovative concept and detailed diagram, the potential fire hazard posed by using cardboard with a naked flame was regrettably not addressed. This historical artifact offers us a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century American engineering and technological advancements. It serves as a reminder of how inventors like Jon Du Ket pushed boundaries to create unconventional devices that often defied convention. The vintage illustration exudes an air of eccentricity and peculiarity, capturing the imagination with its bizarre yet creative design. As we marvel at this remarkable piece of artistry, it is important to note that this image represents history rather than any commercial use or affiliation with a specific company. Intriguingly strange yet undeniably captivating, this photograph transports us back in time to witness an era where ingenuity sometimes outweighed practicality. Let us appreciate the brilliance behind these peculiar inventions while also acknowledging their limitations in terms of safety regulations - reminding us that progress often comes hand-in-hand with responsibility.
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