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Sun-bathing, oil painting by N. Lytras – Municipal Gallery of Piraeus

 

 

Municipal Gallery of Piraeus





The Municipal Gallery of Piraeus was inaugurated in 1957 and it began to function as a section of the Municipal Library in the building of the Municipal Theatre. In 1985 it became an independent department.

The Municipal Galley of Piraeus has a total of over 800 works, among which works by M. Axelos, K. Volanakis, P. Vyzantiou, A. Geralis, E. Doukas, D. Kokotsis, Th. Lazaris, N. Lytras, K. Maleas, M. Ekonomou, K. Romanides, A. Christofis as well as by many notable younger artists, among whom a special place is reserved for a considerable number of artists from Piraeus.

Also in the Municipal Gallery is the collection of 80 sculptures by George Kastriotis, a collection of 156 works by the popular artist St. Lazaros as well as the collection donated by the famous Greek actor Manos Katrakis (theatrical costumes, photographs and theatrical material, personal belongings, etc.).

Opening hours Opening hours and admission
91 Iroon Polytechniou Street - Piraeus
Nearest metro station
Piraeus Top

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