Decoration platform assembly
US4061306A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 22, 1976 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47G33/1213
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An ornamental decoration assembly such as would be used with a Christmas tree is disclosed. The assembly provides a decorative effect with the tree while supporting the tree in place. The assembly includes a base having an ornamental decoration on its upper surface with its bottom surface being constructed to stably rest on a floor, table, or other flat surface. A socket is arranged within the ornamental decoration for receiving the lower portion of the tree's stem. Included within the socket is a tubular member, a guide for positioning the tree so that it is straight, and a flexible loop through which the stem is placed. The loop is attached to a flexible shaft which is connected to the drive shaft of a gear which is driven by a worm. The worm is actuated by a stem which extends upwardly to a point above the decoration surface. By turning the stem the loop may be retracted around the tree stem to lock the tree in fixed position in the socket.
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