18th century Secretary-not just furniture
October 23, 2009
Two people who often show up on the Antique Road Show the Keno Brothers understand the historical value and context of antique furniture. Leigh Keno’s description of a secretary in the 18th century and its function creates a connective tissue between life today and life in the 18th century:
‘In the 18th century, a secretary-bookcase was the nerve center of the home,’’ said Leigh Keno, the dealer in American antiques. ‘’Everything valuable was kept there: cash, account books, receipts, treasured volumes. It was like a computer is to us today, but instead of a password, you opened it with a key.’’
The secretary featured in this article played the same role in an 18th century household.
18th Century Antique Furniture in Palm Beach
This is a rare 18th century English Secretary. The drawers have a rough dove-tail joint work.
condition: Excellent
price: 19500.00
measurements: 8 ' 4'
specifications: 1