The law of motion pictures (1918)

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APPENDIX 745 as "new works” under the provisions of section 6. Mere transpositions into different keys are not provided for in the copyright act. 11. (/) Maps. — This term includes all cartographical works, such as terrestrial maps, plats, marine charts, star maps, but not diagrams, astrological charts, or landscapes. 12. (g) W orks of art and models or designs for works of art. — This term includes all works belonging fairly to the so-called fine arts. (Paintings, drawings, and sculpture.) The protection of productions of the industrial arts utilitarian in purpose and character even if artistically made or ornamented depends upon action under the patent law; but registration in the Copyright Office has been made to protect artistic drawings notwithstanding they may afterwards be utilized for articles of manufacture. Toys, games, dolls, advertising novelties, instruments or tools of any kind, glassware, embroideries, garments, laces, woven fabrics, or similar articles, are examples. The exclusive right to make and sell such articles should not be sought by copyright registration. 13. (h) Reproductions of works of art. — This term refers to such reproductions (engravings, woodcuts, etchings, casts, etc.) as contain in themselves an artistic element distinct from that of the original work of art which has been reproduced. 14. (i) Drawings or plastic works of a scientific or technical character. — This term includes diagrams or models illustrating scientific or technical works, architects’ plans, designs for engineering work, relief maps, etc. 15. ( j ) Photographs. — This term covers all photo