3812 Gallery

What 3812 Gallery does

3812 Gallery is a privately held contemporary Chinese art gallery founded in 2011 by Calvin Hui (Co-founder and Chairman) and Mark Peaker (Co-founder and CEO), headquartered in Hong Kong with a second location in London. The gallery operates a dual-continent platform spanning Asia and Europe, making it the first Chinese contemporary art gallery to open an international outpost in London (2018, relocated to The Whiteley in October 2025). Its curatorial philosophy, described as 'Eastern Origin and Contemporary Expression,' focuses on bridging Chinese contemporary artists with international collectors and institutions.

The gallery represents over 40 artists spanning post-war abstract masters (notably Hsiao Chin and Ma Desheng), established contemporary figures (anothermountainman/Stanley Wong, Raymond Fung, Liu Yangwen), and emerging talents (Thomas Ngan, John Slosar, Shang Chengxiang). Core operations include organizing exhibitions at both gallery spaces, hosting international art fair booths, running artist residency programs (launched 2025), and developing sub-brands including YA! Young Art for emerging artists and Collect by 3812 for collector advisory. Supporting infrastructure includes the Hsiao Chin Archives (launched November 2025 with the Hsiao Chin Art Foundation), a publication program (Collect journal since 2017), and the Artlogic website platform for digital presence.

Revenue is generated primarily through commission on primary-market artwork sales, with prices quoted individually and negotiated based on the specific work, artist, and collector relationship — typical for high-end contemporary art galleries. Distribution occurs through direct sales at the two gallery locations, participation in six or more international art fairs annually (Art Paris, Taipei Dangdai, Abu Dhabi Art, KunstRAI, Treasure House Fair, Art Central), and curated public programs including panel discussions and artist talks. The gallery's institutional credibility is anchored by represented artists' works in permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim, British Museum, Centre Pompidou, M+, V&A, and Hong Kong Museum of Art. The business is founder-led, privately held, and bootstrapped with no disclosed institutional investment.

Name

3812 Gallery

Legal name

3812 Gallery

Website

https://3812gallery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

3812 Gallery is a privately held Chinese contemporary art gallery founded in 2011, operating dual gallery spaces in Hong Kong and London. It represents 40+ artists and serves international collectors through primary-market sales, exhibitions, art fairs, and institutional museum placements.

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Product category

Art Gallery Services

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Art Dealers (459920)

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Art Galleries & Exhibition Spaces (Commercial & Nonprofit) (THAJADAH)

Keywords

• Contemporary art gallery
• Chinese contemporary art
• Artist representation
• Art exhibitions
• Art collection services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hong Kong

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Artwork Sales: Gallery generates revenue through selling artworks from its represented artists including Hsiao Chin, Ma Desheng, anothermountainman, Raymond Fung, Liu Yangwen, Thomas Ngan, and other contemporary Chinese artists. Gallery takes commission on sales.

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Core offering

3812 Gallery is a dual-location contemporary art gallery that represents and exhibits Chinese contemporary artists at its Hong Kong and London spaces, curating solo and group exhibitions and selling artworks directly to international collectors. The gallery also supports its program through artist residencies, collector advisory services (Collect by 3812), a young artists platform (YA! Young Art), and archival initiatives such as the Hsiao Chin Archives. Revenue is generated principally through commissions on artwork sales from its roster of post-war abstract masters, established, and emerging artists.

Product overview

3812 Gallery operates as a dual-location Chinese contemporary art gallery with spaces in Hong Kong (Wyndham Street, Central) and London (The Whiteley, Queensway). The gallery's core offerings center on representing and exhibiting Chinese contemporary artists, organizing exhibitions at both locations, and providing artist residency programs. Supporting services include the YA! Young Art program for emerging artists, Collect by 3812 for art acquisition, and Publications (including exhibition catalogues and the Collect art journal). A key initiative is the Hsiao Chin Archives, dedicated to preserving and documenting the artist's legacy. The gallery was founded in 2011 by Calvin Hui and Mark Peaker.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• Gallery Exhibition Services Organization and presentation of contemporary Chinese art exhibitions featuring represented and invited artists at gallery spaces in Hong Kong and London, including solo shows, group exhibitions, opening receptions, and artist talks.
• Artist Representation Representation and promotion of contemporary Chinese artists including Hsiao Chin, Ma Desheng, anothermountainman, Raymond Fung, Liu Yangwen, Thomas Ngan, and over 40 other artists, providing international exhibition opportunities, curatorial support, and market access.
• 3812 Artist Residency Programme Artist residency program designed to provide artists with local experiences in artistic practice and life while facilitating exchange with other artists, launched at The Whiteley London location.
• YA! Young Art Program focused on supporting and promoting young emerging artists within the gallery's portfolio.
• Collect by 3812 Art collecting services and guidance for collectors interested in acquiring contemporary Chinese artworks, providing curatorial advisory and acquisition support.
• Publications (Collect Journal and Exhibition Catalogues) Exhibition catalogues and the 'Collect' art journal published since 2017, providing collectors and art enthusiasts with artistic insights and market perspectives on contemporary Chinese art.
• Hsiao Chin Archives Archive dedicated to documenting Hsiao Chin's contributions to abstract art, enhancing market recognition and understanding, with plans for a definitive catalogue raisonné.

Quantifiable outcome

• Represented artists' works held in major international institutions including Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim, British Museum, Centre Pompidou, M+, and V&A

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Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Rothko MuseumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Māris Čačka serves as Director of Rothko Museum and is represented by 3812 Gallery. Partnership includes joint exhibition programming and intercultural dialogue initiatives.
• Hsiao Chin Art FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025Cooperative partnership for organizing international exhibitions and significant art collections. Collaboration includes creation of Hsiao Chin Archives dedicated to documenting, preserving, and promoting Hsiao Chin's artistic heritage. The archive will support scholarly research and produce a definitive catalogue raisonné.
• Guangdong Museum of ArtcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025Co-organized The Light of Hope - Hsiao Chin 90th Anniversary Retrospective Exhibition at Bai'etan Venue, part of the first anniversary of the venue's opening. Partnership involves exhibition curation and cataloguing of Hsiao Chin's works.
• West Kowloon Cultural District AuthoritymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025Chairman Henry Tang participated as distinguished speaker at Hsiao Chin 90th Anniversary opening ceremony. Represents ongoing relationship for cultural programming and exhibitions.
• IRCAM (Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustics/Music) at Centre PompidouminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Liu Yangwen's exhibition 'Explosante-Fixe' was inspired by IRCAM's Centenary Celebration Concert of Pierre Boulez. Exhibition creates dialogue between visual art and music composition.
• The Upper HouseminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2024Collaborative installation by Henry Chu and Ma Desheng presented at The Upper House (hotel). 3812 Gallery facilitated partnership between the artist and hospitality brand.
• The WhiteleycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistoric Grade II listed landmark on Queensway, London, transformed into residential and hospitality destination. 3812 Gallery relocated its London space to this landmark property in October 2025 as part of rebranding and business development.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LGDR (Lévy Gorvy Dayan): International gallery with spaces in New York, London, Paris, Hong Kong, and São Paulo, focused on 20th-century and contemporary masters. Comparable in scale, dual Hong Kong-London presence, and high-end collector focus.
• Pace Gallery: Global gallery with locations in New York, London, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, Geneva, and Los Angeles. Comparable in multi-continent footprint and representation of blue-chip contemporary artists with museum placements.
• Tang Contemporary Art: Leading Chinese contemporary art gallery with locations in Hong Kong, Beijing, Seoul, and Bangkok. Comparable to 3812 in multi-city Asia presence and focus on contemporary Chinese artists.
• White Cube: London-anchored international gallery with spaces in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, and Seoul. Comparable to 3812's London-Hong Kong positioning and representation of established contemporary artists.
• Pearl Lam Galleries: International gallery focused on Chinese contemporary art with spaces in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Singapore. Closely comparable to 3812 Gallery in geographic footprint, Chinese contemporary specialism, and cross-border positioning.
• Ben Brown Fine Arts: London-based gallery with a strong focus on modern and contemporary Asian art. Comparable in London-based Asian art specialism and relationship with blue-chip collectors.

Broad incumbents

• Gagosian: The world's largest contemporary art gallery, with 19+ spaces globally including London and Hong Kong. Comparable in multi-city presence and blue-chip contemporary focus, but at substantially greater scale.
• Marlborough Gallery: Long-established international gallery with locations in New York, London, and Madrid. Comparable in scale and historical contemporary-art focus, though broader and less Asia-specialised.
• Hauser & Wirth: Major international gallery with locations in London, Hong Kong, New York, Zurich, and other cities. Comparable in Hong Kong + London presence and representation of blue-chip contemporary artists.

Regional players

• Eslite Gallery: Taiwan-based gallery with cross-strait and international exhibitions of contemporary Asian art. Comparable in Chinese contemporary specialism but primarily Taiwan-anchored rather than UK-HK.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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