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If an item's primary purpose is functional (like a clock keeping time), the shape itself is usually not protected unless it contains distinct creative details.

A "useful article" is an object with an intrinsic functional use that goes beyond simply conveying information or displaying an appearance (e.g., a chair, a dress, or a blender). Under U.S. law: are generally not copyrightable. Download 49371573755747Ch2 pdf

Read the Duke Law School Casebook Chapter for a deep dive into copyrightable subject matter. 💡 Key Concepts to Know If an item's primary purpose is functional (like

Can the art exist independently? If you removed the design from the "useful article," would it still be a work of art?. Download 49371573755747Ch2 pdf