Galerie art:ig

What Galerie art:ig does

Galerie art:ig is a privately held, owner-operated art gallery headquartered in Munich, Germany, operating under proprietor Thomas Hallmann. The business runs a hybrid model combining a physical retail gallery and in-house production workshop at Corneliusstr. 19 in Munich's Glockenbachviertel district with a German-language e-commerce storefront (artig-muenchen.de). It sells curated art prints, paintings, photography, graphics, and limited editions sourced from a represented roster of more than 35 artists, alongside a collector vertical comprising official Oktoberfest posters (1966–present), 1972 Munich Olympics posters by Otl Aicher, and rare photography pieces such as Beatles portraits by Richard Avedon priced up to €1,300.

The company's technical differentiation sits in three proprietary finishing techniques applied to prints mounted on 12mm MDF boards or Alu Dibond composite panels: Die Matte (acrylic dispersion with matte clear coat), Die Glänzende (yacht varnish for high-gloss depth), and Die Cleane (UV-resistant direct print on aluminum composite). These techniques are applied both to inventory and to customer-submitted images via a 'Dein eigenes Motiv' (custom motif) service, which accepts uploads via email or WeTransfer and returns finished pieces in 7–14 days. The product range spans from €35 standard prints to over €900 collector items, with custom refinement services priced between €30 and €330.

Revenue is generated entirely through direct-to-consumer sales — online via the e-commerce site and in-person at the Munich showroom — with payment processed through prepayment, direct debit, or PayPal (including 'Buy on Invoice'). Shipping is handled by DHL for standard-sized pieces and Transimpex logistics for oversized artworks (up to 480cm circumference), with delivery restricted to mainland Germany. The customer base is split across individual art enthusiasts (primary), art collectors, and gift/corporate buyers seeking Munich-themed memorabilia. The company holds GDPR-compliant data processing practices and operates with no disclosed institutional funding, parent company, or subsidiary structure.

Name

Galerie art:ig

Legal name

Galerie art:ig

Website

https://artig-muenchen.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Galerie art:ig is a privately held Munich-based art gallery and e-commerce retailer that sells curated prints, paintings, photography, and Munich-themed collectibles from 35+ artists, alongside a custom image-to-artwork refinement service using proprietary MDF and Alu Dibond finishing techniques.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Munich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Art Print Sales: Sale of curated art prints from represented artists including paintings, photography, graphics, and limited editions. Products are sold pre-refined on MDF boards with various finishing options. Price range spans from €35 to €900+ depending on artist, edition status, and size.
2. Custom Art Refinement Services: Customers submit their own images (wedding photos, portraits, selfies) which are transformed into handcrafted wall art using the company's refinement techniques. Pricing based on size and technique selected, ranging from €40-€330 depending on dimensions and finishing method.
3. Collector Items (Vintage Posters): Sale of original and reproduction collectible posters including Oktoberfest posters (from 1966 to present) and 1972 Munich Olympics posters by Otl Aicher. These items command premium prices due to rarity and historical significance, ranging from €80 to €900+.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Galerie art:ig is a Munich-based art gallery that sells curated art prints, paintings, photography, graphics, and limited editions from 35+ represented artists, mounted on MDF boards using proprietary matte acrylic or glossy yacht-varnish finishing techniques. The gallery also offers a custom motif refinement service ('Dein eigenes Motiv') where customers submit their own photos via email or WeTransfer to be transformed, in 7-14 days, into handcrafted wall art using the same proprietary finishes or Alu Dibond direct printing. The product range spans from €35 prints to €1,300+ rare collectibles such as Oktoberfest and 1972 Munich Olympics posters.

Product overview

Galerie art:ig is an e-commerce art gallery based in Munich offering a curated portfolio of art prints, paintings, photography, and graphics. The product portfolio centers on three main offerings: pre-made artworks from featured artists in various categories (Malerei/Fotografie/Grafik), collectible posters (Oktoberfest posters 1966-present and 1972 Olympic posters by Otl Aicher), and a customization service (Dein eigenes Motiv) allowing customers to submit personal images for professional finishing. The company provides three proprietary finishing techniques - Die Matte (matte acrylic on MDF), Die Glänzende (boat varnish on MDF), and Die Cleane (Alu Dibond direct print) - applied both to pre-made products and customer-provided images. Products range from affordable prints (€35-180) to premium collectibles (€400-1,300 for rare items). The gallery operates a physical location in Munich with online ordering and custom production capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Custom motif processing completed in 7-10 working days
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• TransimpexminorOthersLogistics and shipping partner handling delivery of larger framed artworks. Provides overnight delivery service for items with circumference 221-480cm. Long-standing trusted relationship as described in shipping information.
• PayPalminorOthersPayment processing partner for credit card payments, PayPal transactions, and 'Buy on Invoice' options. PayPal conducts credit checks for certain payment methods and may share data with credit rating agencies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Rise Art: Online art gallery selling original artwork and limited-edition prints from emerging and established artists. Comparable on curated artist model, transparent pricing, and digital-first gallery positioning.
• Saatchi Art: Global online art gallery representing thousands of artists selling original and limited-edition works directly to consumers. Comparable on curated artist marketplace, limited editions, and direct-to-consumer art commerce.
• Desenio: Online art print retailer with strong Scandinavian and broader European following, specializing in photography and graphic prints in the lower price band. Comparable on digital-first distribution, contemporary art focus, and trend-driven curation.
• King & McGaw: UK-based art print specialist offering curated prints, framed options, and custom framing services. Comparable on framing craftsmanship, curated artist roster, and premium print category.
• LUMAS: Berlin-based art gallery and e-commerce platform selling limited-edition art prints with proprietary finishing and framing. Closely comparable business model: curated artists, gallery showrooms, premium framing, and online sales — directly overlapping on technique stack and customer.
• Juniqe: European online art retailer offering curated art prints, posters, and wall decor across contemporary styles. Comparable on e-commerce-first model, artist portfolio breadth, and price-point diversity targeting the same home decor and gift buyer.
• Posterlounge: Germany-based art print and poster retailer offering framed prints, canvas, and Alu-Dibond formats with custom framing options. Direct peer on German market, print-on-substrate category, and Alu Dibond finishing comparable to Galerie art:ig's 'Die Cleane'.
• Singulart: Paris-based online art gallery connecting collectors with original and limited-edition works from international artists. Comparable on curated artist marketplace, online discovery, and premium collector pricing.
• The Poster Club: Copenhagen-based online art print retailer with curated contemporary photography and illustration. Comparable on curated limited-edition photography prints, Scandinavian/European design sensibility, and digital-first gallery.

Broad incumbents

• West Elm: Large home furnishings retailer with a substantial wall art and print assortment. Comparable on the buyer (home decor customer) and product category (wall art), but operates at much broader scale and does not focus on limited editions or artist curation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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