Greek art

The Ancient Greek Treasures Housed in Paris Museums

Numerous artistic treasures from or inspired by Greece are housed in Paris museums. Undoubtedly, the foundation of Western civilization is rooted in ancient Greece, and, whether architecture, philosophy, or other facets of human existence, the Hellenes (Greeks) were pioneers...

Yannoulis Chalepas: Greece’s Michelangelo Who Sculpted Through Madness

Yannoulis Chalepas is Greece's synonym for sculpture masterpieces. This true genius came from Tinos, a Greek island rich in marble, and became the foremost figure in modern Greek sculpture. His incredible artistic gift, which made him famous across the...

Rare 2,500-Year-Old Statue Found at Sardis Reveals Ancient Greek Influence

Archaeologists have uncovered a monumental marble statue at the ancient city of Sardis (Ancient Greek: Σάρδεις) in modern-day western Turkey. Researchers believe the sculpture is about 2,500 years old and may offer new insight into cultural exchange between the...

Ancient Greek Art’s Italian Journey Takes Center Stage at the Acropolis Museum

A major new exhibition at the Acropolis Museum explores how Greek art was adopted, adapted, and reinvented across the Italian peninsula over nearly three millennia. Coinciding with the museum’s 17th anniversary, "Inspirations: Ancient Greek Art Living in Italy" brings...

The Most Expensive 20th-Century Greek Artwork: Fetching €1.25 Million at Auction

A painting by artist Konstantinos Parthenis became the most expensive Greek artwork of the 20th century, fetching €1.25 million ($1.45 million) at an auction in Paris. Art Expertise organized the 48th Greek Sale for the renowned auction house Bonhams, presenting...

John Craxton: The British Painter with a Greek Soul

British painter John Craxton, who lived from 1922 until 2009, is known for his iconic depiction of his beloved second home—Greece. From a young age, Craxton showed an incredible talent for painting, as well as a complex understanding of shape...

The Beginning of the Classical Style in Ancient Greek Sculpture

The emergence of the Classical style in Greek sculpture marked the beginning of naturalism in art, a pivotal turning point in Western art that would influence generations for centuries. It represented a complete departure from the Archaic style, as sculptors...