John L. Riter's 1873 School Desk and Seat Patent Model
National Museum of American History

John L. Riter's 1873 School Desk and Seat Patent Model

Riter, John L. · 1873

wood (overall material)
National Museum of American History
CC0 — Public Domain
National Museum of American History

Herbert L. Andrews from Chicago, Illinois, received a U.S. patent for an improved school desk. Patent no. 82061 was issued on September 15, 1868.

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