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19th century inventions that are still used at home

 

Patent applications representing technological advancements at home.

 

Toothbrush

 H. N. Wadsworth was granted a patent for a “tooth-brush” in 1857.

Liquid soap

 William Sheppard was granted a patent for “improved liquid soap” in 1865.

 

Refrigerator

Carl von Linde was granted a patent for a “refrigerating machine” in 1878. The image on the right is a Linde refrigeration machine from 1900. Photos: Linde Group.

 

Electric lamp

Thomas Alva Edison was granted a patent for an “electric lamp” in 1880.

 

Toilet paper roll

Seth Wheeler was granted a patent for a “wrapping or toilet paper roll” in 1891.

 Extracted from wipo.int