All appraisals are prepared with care and precision, providing you with the assurance that your assets will always be accurately valued.

About Lindsey Owen

Lindsey Owen is a Certified Member of the International Society of Appraisers

  • Master of Arts in Humanities, Art History, The University of Chicago

    Bachelor of Arts in Art History and French Language and Literature, Transylvania University

  • Fine Art and Antique Appraiser | Lindsey Owen Appraisals | 2020- present

    An art consultation firm working nationwide to assist clients with every facet of their collection. Dedicated to integrity, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail, we aim to provide the highest caliber of service to our clients and their collections.

    Client Services & Operations Director | The Conservation Center | 2014-2020

    Located in Chicago, IL, The Conservation Center is the largest and most comprehensive private art conservation laboratory in the US. The Center is dedicated to the long-term preservation of artworks and heirlooms and provides the highest standard of care.

    Assistant Gallery Director | Jackson Junge Gallery | 2013-2014

    Jackson Junge Gallery exhibits both emerging and established Chicago artists who work in varying mediums and is dedicated to long-term relationships with collectors and artists.

  • ISA Requalification Course (2025)

    ISA 7-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course (2024)

    ISA CAPP Review Course (2023)

    ISA 7-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course (2022)

    ISA Antiques, Furnishings, and Decorative Arts Course (2021)

    ISA 15-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course (2020)

    ISA Core Course in Appraisal Studies (2020)

    NYU School for Professional Studies: Research Methods for Appraisers (2015)

Experience at a Glance

2023

Achieved Certified Appraiser of Personal Property Designation (ISA CAPP)

The Certified Member designation is the highest credential in the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), recognizing expertise, advanced skills, and ongoing professional development. To earn the Certified Appraiser of Personal Property (CAPP) title, candidates must complete 900 documented appraisal hours and pass a rigorous examination.

2025

ISA Requalification Course

2024

7-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course

2022

7-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course

2021

Achieved Accredited Member Designation (ISA AM)

2014-2020

Served as Client Services and Operations Director at The Conservation Center managing collection needs for major art insurance claims, working with the senior disaster response team on Hurricane Harvey (Houston), Hurricane Irma (Miami), the Thomas Fire (Santa Barbara), and the Tubbs Fire (Napa and Sonoma).

2013-2014

Lindsey began her career as the Assistant Director of Jackson Junge Gallery, a contemporary art gallery in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago

2012

Master of Arts in Humanities, Art History The University of Chicago

2011

Bachelor of Arts in Art History and French Language and Literature Transylvania University

2020

Founded Lindsey Owen Appraisals

A boutique appraisal practice and art advisory where Lindsey translates her experience in arts administration, collection management, conservation, and insurance to provide the highest caliber of service.

15-Hour Personal Property USPAP Course

Achieved Member Designation (ISA)

Discover the next generation in market analysis and data-driven appraisals for fine art and antiques, all within a personalized boutique experience.

Lindsey Owen Appraisals offers unbiased appraisals of fine art and antiques that are USPAP-compliant and can be used for:

  • obtaining insurance coverage

  • insurance claims

  • federal tax functions for estate tax

  • federal tax functions for charitable donations and gifts

  • equitable division

  • legal functions and litigation support

  • art market insights and analysis