Turn-Key Art Retail & E-Commerce Business – 30+ Years Strong
Business Description
Rare posters & editions; 60k+ clients, 80%+ margins, global reach
ESTABLISHED ART GALLERY & E-COMMERCE BUSINESS – 30+ YEARS OF SUCCESS
This Brooklyn-based art gallery, established in 1992, represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turn-key business specializing in rare and vintage posters from world-renowned artists including Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Robert Rauschenberg, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, and Jasper Johns.
STRONG FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $771,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $239,000
• Exceptional 80%+ gross margins maintained consistently
• 2025 sales trending 10% above 2024 performance
• Strengthened profitability through strategic vendor negotiations
COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS ASSETS:
• Substantial inventory worth $450,000 (included in sale)
• 6,000+ active images currently in circulation
• Extensive 20,000+ image archive for future expansion
• Complete FF&E package valued at $66,000
• 2,800 sq ft operational facility ($4,500/month lease through 12/31/2025)
ESTABLISHED MARKET PRESENCE:
• 12,000+ loyal clients across global markets
• International customer base spanning US, Europe, Asia, Latin America
• Diversified revenue channels: retail, wholesale, online sales, bi-weekly auctions
• Reputation as trusted source among collectors, museums, and galleries
• Over three decades of proven market leadership
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE:
• Two experienced full-time employees (5+ years tenure each)
• Staff expected to remain, ensuring seamless transition
• Complete turn-key setup with all systems operational
• Superior inventory depth (20-30 copies vs competitors' 1-2)
• Established supplier and vendor relationships
SIGNIFICANT GROWTH POTENTIAL:
• Auction program expansion opportunities
• Print-on-demand strategy utilizing 20,000+ image bank
• Enhanced digital marketing and SEO implementation
• Custom framing services (doubled revenue in past year)
• Market consolidation as competitors retire
MARKET POSITIONING:
The post-COVID shift back to art and home décor spending creates favorable market conditions. Combined with the business's strong positioning and aging competitor base, significant upside potential exists for aggressive growth strategies.
FINANCING OPTIONS:
Seller financing available for up to 30% of asking price, facilitating acquisition for qualified buyers.
This exceptional opportunity delivers immediate cash flow with substantial inventory assets and proven systems, offering new ownership the foundation for continued growth in the thriving collectible art market.
This Brooklyn-based art gallery, established in 1992, represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turn-key business specializing in rare and vintage posters from world-renowned artists including Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Robert Rauschenberg, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, and Jasper Johns.
STRONG FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $771,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $239,000
• Exceptional 80%+ gross margins maintained consistently
• 2025 sales trending 10% above 2024 performance
• Strengthened profitability through strategic vendor negotiations
COMPREHENSIVE BUSINESS ASSETS:
• Substantial inventory worth $450,000 (included in sale)
• 6,000+ active images currently in circulation
• Extensive 20,000+ image archive for future expansion
• Complete FF&E package valued at $66,000
• 2,800 sq ft operational facility ($4,500/month lease through 12/31/2025)
ESTABLISHED MARKET PRESENCE:
• 12,000+ loyal clients across global markets
• International customer base spanning US, Europe, Asia, Latin America
• Diversified revenue channels: retail, wholesale, online sales, bi-weekly auctions
• Reputation as trusted source among collectors, museums, and galleries
• Over three decades of proven market leadership
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE:
• Two experienced full-time employees (5+ years tenure each)
• Staff expected to remain, ensuring seamless transition
• Complete turn-key setup with all systems operational
• Superior inventory depth (20-30 copies vs competitors' 1-2)
• Established supplier and vendor relationships
SIGNIFICANT GROWTH POTENTIAL:
• Auction program expansion opportunities
• Print-on-demand strategy utilizing 20,000+ image bank
• Enhanced digital marketing and SEO implementation
• Custom framing services (doubled revenue in past year)
• Market consolidation as competitors retire
MARKET POSITIONING:
The post-COVID shift back to art and home décor spending creates favorable market conditions. Combined with the business's strong positioning and aging competitor base, significant upside potential exists for aggressive growth strategies.
FINANCING OPTIONS:
Seller financing available for up to 30% of asking price, facilitating acquisition for qualified buyers.
This exceptional opportunity delivers immediate cash flow with substantial inventory assets and proven systems, offering new ownership the foundation for continued growth in the thriving collectible art market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 33
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- The sale includes significant physical assets such as office furniture, desks, file cabinets, flat files, storage racks, and shelving, along with multiple Mac computers, printers, scanners, and framing tools. These assets support both office and warehouse operations. The lease is month-to-month with no end date, offering flexibility for the new owner.
- Website
- https://www.artwiseonline.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- 2025 sales are up 10% over 2024, with gross profit holding steady at 80% for years. Vendor negotiations have lowered costs, strengthening profitability. The retail cycle has shifted back toward art and home décor after post-COVID leisure spending, placing the business in a favorable, growing market with strong positioning and upside potential.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Growth opportunities include expanding our auction presence and leveraging a 20,000+ image bank for an aggressive print-on-demand program capable of generating generous returns. A more aggressive SEO strategy, with expanded video and content, could rapidly increase visibility and sales. Combined with the retirement of aging competitors, these initiatives position the company for strong, scalable growth and the potential to quickly push revenues back toward historic highs.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,800
- Rent
- $4,500.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 12/31/2025
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- I am retiring for personal reasons after more than 30 years in the business. Whi
- Transition Support
- This is a turn-key operation with all physical assets included—office furniture, desks, computers, filing systems, and warehouse equipment. Both full-time staff members, each with over 5 years of experience, are well trained and expected to stay on, ensuring business continuity. The lease is month-to-month with no end date, offering flexibility to the new owner.
- Financing Options
- Owner accepts to finance up to 30% of asking price
Listing Info
- ID
- 2402639
- Listing Views
- 799
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