In our latest "Meet the Appraiser" video, we sit down with fine art, stained glass, and insurance expert Leiza McKenna of Chase Art Advisory & Valuation. Leiza is an Accredited Member of the Appraisers Association of America with deep expertise in stained glass, Christian art, and religious art and sacred objects across many different denominations and faiths. She is also a specialist in appraising African-American, African Contemporary Art, and 19th and 20th century American Art.
Patrick and Sarah chat with Leiza about her work as an insurance professional for an insurance company that specializes in coverage of religious buildings and their associated valuable personal property such as stained glass, Torahs, pipe organs, church silver, paintings, and other significant sacred items. In the discussion Leiza shares important tips for churches, synagogues, temples, mosques, and other religious organizations so they can better assess their insurance needs and make sure precious items are well protected. Leiza is based in Houston, Texas and travels frequently for her clientele located across the United States, Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. She can be reached at info@chaseartadvisory.com through her company Chase Art Advisory & Valuation.
The latest video in our "Meet the Appraiser" series introduces viewers to Rachael B. Goldman, Ph.D., AAAof Rachael Goldman Appraisals. Dr. Goldman has deep expertise in Judaica, Antiquities, and many other collecting areas, including folk art, design, and prints. Sarah and Patrick sit down with Rachael to discuss her introduction to and love for ancient culture, the overlapping interests of collectors of Judaica and Antiquities, the market for this material, and the best museums to seek out in order to further one's education in Jewish history. Dr. Goldman is based in northern New Jersey, but travels frequently for appraisal work. She can be reached through her website https://rachaelgoldmanappraisals.com and by email at rgoldman627@gmail.com.
