Courtney Ahlstrom Christy, ISA CAPP, Antiques, Furnishings + Decorative Arts

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Courtney Ahlstrom Christy
ISA member since Jul 22, 2013

(404) 219-9705 (Office)

Courtney Ahlstrom Christy
Atlanta, GA 30308 , United States map

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http://ahlstromappraisals.com

About

Courtney Ahlstrom Christy is a fine and decorative arts appraiser serving the Southeast region. With a bachelor’s degree in fine art history and a master’s degree in the history of decorative arts, she has in-depth knowledge when investigating the value and past life of objects. In addition, she is a Certified Member of the International Society of Appraisers, an Accredited Member of Appraisers Association of America, and in compliance with USPAP and IRS guidelines. Along with an education in the arts, Courtney has worked in museums, galleries, and auction houses, all of which have provided great opportunities to examine works ranging from the antique to the contemporary.

 

Email: courtney@ahlstromappraisals.com

Phone: 404.219.9705 

Website: ahlstromappraisals.com 

 

SELECTED EDUCATION 

Masters degree in History of Decorative Arts at Smithsonian Associates / Corcoran College of Art, Washington D.C.

 

Focus in 20th Century Design at Sotheby's Institute of Art, London

 

Bachelors degree with Art History major and Spanish minor at University College Cork, Ireland

 

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Appraising at NYU Continuing Education, Distance Education

 

Intensive Study of American Decorative Arts at Winterthur Museum Institute, Delaware

 

Appraisal Theory and Methodology at Appraisers Association of America, New York

 

SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE

Fine & Decorative Arts Appraiser at Ahlstrom Appraisals LLC, Atlanta & Southeast

 

Senior Appraiser at Heritage Auctions, Dallas

 

Assistant to Regional Director at Bonhams & Butterfields, Atlanta

 

Junior Specialist for Decorative Arts Specialist and Catalogue Photographer at The Potomack Company, Washington D.C. Area

 

Fellowship at National Museum of American History, Washington D.C.

 

Aide to Curator at Florida Governor's Mansion, Tallahassee FL

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