SHADOWS OF LIFE LIGHT BOX

• US 20100257765A1
• Filed: 04/10/2009
• Published: 10/14/2010
• Est. Priority Date: 04/10/2009
• Status: Abandoned Application

• Current Assignee: Renee C. Rogers
• Original Assignee: Renee C. Rogers
• Inventors: Rogers, Renee C.
• Application Number:
  US12/422,040
• Publication Number:
  US 20100257765A1
• Time in Patent Office: Days
• US Class Current: 40/564
• CPC Class Codes: G09F 13/04 Signs, boards or panels, illuminated from behind the insignia

Abstract

The “Shadows of Light . . . Light Box” consists of a custom built wooden decorative shadow box. Inside the enclosed box are glass panes methodically situated, creating visual layers of inspirational depictions. The unique construction of the box provides a constant visual message designed to inspire ones personal fulfillment. A protective first glass pane, second pane with custom depiction, a depiction affixed to the back of a mottled section of glass creates a “one of one”, unique, visually multidimensional message. When illuminated, the multi faceted depictions create an illusion of gazing into a universe of stars. These boxes may be used in an individuals home or business for the purpose of décor, or for advertisement of product at retail. The message depictions are wide ranging, consisting of, but not limited to biblical verses, sports memorabilia, personalized inspirational messages, retail or commercial advertisements, awards, in memory of remembrances.

Claims

1. A multidimensional communication device for delivering a visual message, the device comprising:

a six-sided box, wherein a left side, right side, top, and bottom comprise a solid, opaque material and are permanently fastened together and wherein a front comprises a first pane and wherein a back panel comprises a solid, opaque material and is temporarily fastened to at least the left side and the right side;

a second pane comprising text or images and positioned behind the first pane and in front of the back panel, wherein the text or images of the second pane are always visible;

a first spacer affixed to the six-sided box and positioned behind the second pane and in front of the back panel;

a third pane comprising text or images and positioned behind the first spacer and in front of the back panel, wherein the text or images of the third pane are not always visible;

a second spacer affixed to the six-sided box and positioned behind the third pane and in front of the back panel; and

an illumination source affixed to the back panel with a support bracket.

2. The device of claim 1 wherein the left side, right side, top, bottom, and back panel of the six-sided, the first spacer, and the second spacer are wood.

3. The device of claim 1 wherein the first pane is transparent glass.

4. The device of claim 1 wherein the second pane is transparent glass inscribed with the text “

Always believe in them . . . ”

.

5. The device of claim 1 wherein the third pane is stained glass inscribed with the text “

MIRACLES”

.

6. The device of claim 1 wherein the illumination source is a 35-50 count miniature portable luminescent strand with a power source and an on/off switch.

7. The device of claim 6 wherein the text or images of the third pane are only visible when the illumination source is receiving power or is switched on.

8. The device of claim 1 wherein the back panel is temporarily fastened to at least the left side and the right side with two metal turn tabs.

9. The device of claim 6 wherein the text or images of the second pane and the text or images of the third pane are both visible when the illumination source is receiving power or is switched on.

10. The device of claim 6 wherein the text or images of the second pane are visible when the device is not receiving power or is switched off and the text or images of the third pane are not visible when the device is not receiving power or is switched off.

11. The device of claim 1 wherein the six-sided box is affixed to a base that is at least as large as the bottom.