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Amanda McConaha, AAA, ISA AM

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Amanda McConaha is a Senior Fine Art Appraiser and a Certified Appraisers Association of America member. She specializes in Post-War, Contemporary, and Emerging Fine Art. She also holds an Accredited designation from the Appraisers Association of America in California and Western Fine Art, as well as an Accredited designation in Impressionist and Modern Fine Art. Amanda has been an active professional in the art world for nearly two decades, with experience spanning the United States, Europe, and Canada.

With nearly two decades of experience in the art industry, Amanda has held pivotal roles, including Director of Acquisitions and Head Curator for a prominent gallery. She has also served as a studio manager and liaison for contemporary artists.  As a fine art appraiser, Amanda has conducted thousands of appraisals for diverse purposes, including collateral loans, estate planning and taxes, artist estates, donations, insurance schedules, and diminution in value. She has established strong connections with blue-chip galleries and institutions and adheres to USPAP standards.

Amanda's extensive experience includes collaborating with prominent financial institutions, high-net-worth individuals, household managers, personal assistants, and legal advisors. Her expertise in appraising high-value art assets makes her an invaluable partner for bankers seeking precise and reliable valuations for their clients’ art collections.  She offers bespoke appraisal services tailored to the individual needs of high-net-worth corporate collections and private collectors. She also possesses extensive experience in assessing fine art in cases involving damage and loss.

Key Expertise

  • Fine Art Valuation
  • High-Net-Worth (HNW) Insurance Pre- & Post-Loss Appraisals
  • Equitable Distribution Appraisals
  • Donation Appraisals
  • Personal Property CAT Claims
  • Restoration Coordination
  • Diminution in Value Appraisals
  • Collateral Loan Appraisals

Professional Affiliations/Memberships/Licenses/Training

  • Appraiser’s Association of America (AAA), Certified Member
  • International Society of Appraisers (ISA), Accredited Member
  • Private Risk Management Association (PRMA)
  • Professional Advisors to the International Art Market (PAIAM)
  • Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), compliant through January 22, 2028
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health, 2025
  • Elements of Insuring to Value Certification, PRMA

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