Patent Office Collection

Impression of Elisha Gray, 1890
3479314 Impression of Elisha Gray, 1890; (add.info.: Artist's impression of Elisha Gray presenting his caveat for his telephone at the United States Patent Office at 4 p.m)

Int. Patent office, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Int. Patent office, between 1910 and 1920
Int. Patent office, between 1910 and 1920. [Interior, USA]

Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Edward B
Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. [Edward Bruce Moore, US Patent Office]

Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Edward B
Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. [Edward Bruce Moore, US Patent Office]

Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Edward B
Edward B. Moore, Commissioner of Patents - At Desk, 1912. [Edward Bruce Moore, US Patent Office]

Employees Filing Patents, Patent Office, USA, 1940 (b/w photo)
5974356 Employees Filing Patents, Patent Office, USA, 1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940 (b/w photo)
3964008 Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patent Office files. Washington, D.C. Feb. 29)

Portrait of Thomas Clarke Theaker (1812-1883), Between 1876 and 1880

Ball in Honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at Washington (engraving)
1610235 Ball in Honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at Washington (engraving) by English School

Ball in Honour of President Lincoln (engraving)
729265 Ball in Honour of President Lincoln (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ball in Honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at)

Sleeping-bunks of the First Rhode Island Regiment, at the Patent Office, Washington, pub
1144561 Sleeping-bunks of the First Rhode Island Regiment, at the Patent Office, Washington, pub. 1861 (engraving) by American School

The Model Room of the New Patent Office, Washington, USA (engraving)
1045367 The Model Room of the New Patent Office, Washington, USA (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Model Room of the New Patent Office, Washington)

Man Holding Patent Office Book, ca. 1857. Creator: Attributed to Oliver H. Willard
Man Holding Patent Office Book, ca. 1857

Patent Office, Washington, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Patent Office, Washington, c1897. Old Patent Office Building in Washington, D.C. Designed by architect Robert Mills in Greek Revival style, built 1836-67

Patent Office, Washington DC, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Patent Office, Washington DC, USA, c1900. The Old Patent Office, designed by Robert Mills and built 1836-1840, later became part of the Smithsonian Institution

Curiosities of the Patent Office, 1921. Artist: WB Robinson
Curiosities of the Patent Office, 1921. Weird and wonderful inventions: skiing on water, fly-clothing for horses, webbed glove, tent-like umbrellas, emergency exit and bird-scarer

Preparing publications for the press, Patent Office, London, c1903 (1903)
Preparing publications for the press, Patent Office, Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. III, by George R. Sims

U. S. Patent Office, 1850s
Busy street in front of the Patent Office, Washington DC, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Patent Office Washington General Government State Capitol Buildings series
Artokoloro

Ball in Honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at Washington, 1865

1765460; out of copyright

WASHINGTON, D. C. 1865. Panoramic view of Washington, D
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1865. Panoramic view of Washington, D.C. looking towards the Old Patent Office building (left background). Photographed in 1865

LINCOLN: BALL, 1865. Ball in honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at Washington. Engraving, 8 April 1865

Excerpts from the patent issued by the U. S. Patent Office on 21 June 1834 for Cyrus McCormicks horse-drawn reaper
McCORMICK REAPER, 1834. Excerpts from the patent issued by the U.S. Patent Office on 21 June 1834 for Cyrus McCormicks horse-drawn reaper, including a drawing of the invention at left

Ball in Honour of President Lincoln in the Great Hall of the Patent Office at Washington, 1865

Second page of Abraham Lincolns patent application for a method for improving the buoyancy of vessels moving through
LINCOLN: PATENT, 1849. Second page of Abraham Lincolns patent application for a method for improving the buoyancy of vessels moving through shallow waters, 1849

A view of Washington, D. C. showing the White House (slightly to left of center), the Gales House (right of center)
WHITE HOUSE, c1803. A view of Washington, D.C. showing the White House (slightly to left of center), the Gales House (right of center), the Old Patent Office, and the New Post Office (right)

U. S. PATENT OFFICE. The United States Patent Office, Washington, D. C. Line engraving, 19th century
U.S. PATENT OFFICE. The United States Patent Office, Washington, D.C. Line engraving, 19th century

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"Unveiling the Legacy: A Glimpse into the Patent Office's Colorful History" Step back in time to 1940, where dedicated employees of the Patent Office in Washington DC were diligently filing patents that would shape America's future. In a captivating black and white photo, we witness their unwavering commitment to innovation. The Patent Office, an iconic institution in the United States since its establishment, has been at the forefront of technological advancements for centuries. Its walls have witnessed remarkable moments that have left an indelible mark on history. Among these historical snapshots is a portrait of Thomas Clarke Theaker, a visionary figure who played a pivotal role between 1876 and 1880. His contributions paved the way for countless inventors seeking protection for their groundbreaking ideas. One particularly extraordinary event held within the grand halls was the Ball in Honor of President Lincoln. An enchanting engraving transports us back to this momentous occasion when esteemed guests gathered to celebrate Lincoln's legacy amidst patent exhibits that symbolized progress and ingenuity. However, not all scenes captured within these walls were celebratory. During times of turmoil such as war, even this hallowed space transformed into sleeping-bunks for soldiers from Rhode Island Regiment. This poignant image serves as a reminder that even during challenging periods, innovation perseveres. As technology advanced over time, so did the infrastructure surrounding it. The Model Room of the New Patent Office stands as testament to this evolution – an engraved snapshot showcasing how progress shaped both architecture and invention alike. Intriguingly attributed to Oliver H. Willard is an image depicting a man holding a patent office book dating back to approximately 1857 – offering us insight into early record-keeping practices within this historic institution. Moving forward through time brings us closer to c1897 and c1900 when two separate photographs capture glimpses of life inside Washington DC's bustling Patent Office building – reminding us of the constant flow of ideas and creativity that have flowed through its doors.