Pandora Art Gallery
Pandora Art Gallery
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10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
About
Discover Pandora Art Gallery, a legendary establishment since 1975, nestled in Plaka, Athens, under the watchful gaze of the Acropolis. Serving global travelers for tourism and business, we offer certified, insured, and UPS-delivered art items like paintings, sculptures, and ceramics, all well-crafted in wooden boxes. Our roots are intertwined with Greek Mythology's tale of Pandora, the first woman, and her fabled jar filled with blessings and afflictions. Our artistic jar overflows with unique pieces, reflecting Greece's cultural heritage and modern spirit. Each artwork carries a distinct story, history, and beauty—a true blessing to adorn your home and life. Explore and embrace the treasures that resonate with your soul.
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Neighborhood: Plaka
Due to its proximity to the Acropolis, Plaka remains the area where the majority of foreign visitors stay and play. Its attractive features include small squares, some notable museums and the beautiful Mitropolis cathedral, as well as a host of places to stay, eat and drink. Its pedestrian zones make it a pleasant place to escape from the city’s notorious traffic. Adrianou and Kidathineon Streets contain a number of souvenir shops, offering classier items than you will find in the Flea Market. The most rewarding section to explore is the upper reaches towards the Acropolis itself, where many old stone houses with tiled roofs have survived. Up here you can find leafier corners and the odd quaint taverna with unobstructed views of the ancient rock.
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- Monastiraki • 3 min walk
- Akropoli • 6 min walk
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Gillikay
Krakow, Poland5 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
There were some lovely pieces of art work, but as the price tags were 4 digit numbers, they are only few the select few to actually buy.
Written November 8, 2018
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joseph j
London, Canada150 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
This is not a gallery, is a shop.
Galleries exhibit, curate and promote art, this place only sale to tourists.
Though there are a very few nice works the majority of them are just kitch ugly stuff aim to a tourist market.
They sell copies of classic Greek potery (40,000 euros, for a big pot) prints and paintings that you probably can find cheaper some where else in the area.
Galleries exhibit, curate and promote art, this place only sale to tourists.
Though there are a very few nice works the majority of them are just kitch ugly stuff aim to a tourist market.
They sell copies of classic Greek potery (40,000 euros, for a big pot) prints and paintings that you probably can find cheaper some where else in the area.
Written March 2, 2016
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There are three levels of Art Galleries, the first are the entry level where Art galleries exhibit several Solo exhibitions from young or emerging artists to the local market, the second category is art Galleries that belong to the secondary art market that resell established artist either as Art dealers, Art Brokers or as is in the case as Pandora Art Gallery since 1975, who also supplies travelers, collectors or auction houses respectively. Correctly noted Pandora Art Gallery supplies Art works as paintings, sculptures and ceramics across the globe due to its unique position in a busy square on 70 Adrianou st. A tourist zone under the shadow of the Acropolis in the Old Town of Plaka, the third category are the large Institutions private or public art museums.
As for what is beautiful to one observer is ugly to another’s eye, would you call a cactus kitsch as an ugly plant compared to a delicate red Rose. We do have a few special clients who only buy Kitsch (/ˈkɪtʃ/; loanword from German, also called cheesiness and tackiness is a low-brow style of mass-produced art or design using popular or cultural icons. )
Pandora Art Gallery sells rare copies of classic style Greek pottery by Greece’s unique acclaimed potter Josef Kiromitis (1951-2012) who passed away a few years ago from cancer at the age of 61. The Gallery carries and represents the families last unique pots that Kiromitis kept true all his life and are 100% in Authentic Classical Greek styles that do not mimic but follow the old tradition of hand picked pigments and clays personally processed from Attica (not commercially bought) to a complete traditional of underground wooden oven (not electric) and a process that takes months to finally come of age.
Kiromitis pottery range from 3.000 to 80.000 euros. You may see his last pieces www.pandora.gr/josef-kiromitis.html of which almost 55% of it value is actually high Greek business tax , credit card commissions, operating costs, and a heavy 23% VAT, this also includes insurance, delicate crate boxing and door to door UPS service worldwide.
Josef Kiromitis (Bio): In 1968 he moved to Athens, studied the art of painting and drawing in the Greek-Italian School of art “Bennelli”, from where he graduated with the highest mark in his class of 1970.
Kiromitis attending a vigorous private courses of painting in the Atelier of Professor Bassilis Korkovelos graduating in 1972. Part of his training took him on a journey of mystical adventure into the corridors of Antiquity, studying and examining on the spot the exhibits of the Archaeological Museum of Athens, as well as other Hellenic Museums, public exhibitions and private collections thru out the country side.
Through this research he became a great enthusiast of the Hellenic Antiquity, understanding the Greek myths and history of the people that brought light to humanity. This prompted him to create not ordinary replicas, but classical revivals, using the same natural clays and pigments, fired in the same chambers using wood as a source, following the same motifs and patterns of the lost Ancient Hellenic technique based on the myths and the history that exists for thousands of years.
Artistic and spiritual three periods:
1968 - 1972 Landscapes and still life paintings in oils and watercolors.
1972 - 1986 Classical pottery, of Hellenic Antiquity. More than 200 ceramic vessels of the Attic period, were made by Kiromitis, and sold through the Musée du Louvre, Paris.
1986 - 2012 The third and the most creative era of Kiromitis, includes his pottery and paintings inspired from the Hellenic historical events and Myths of the Gods.
Kiromitis has had 7 Solo Art Exhibitions and participated in over 15 group exhibitions in Greece and Internationally. His art work has spread across the globe and is in many private collections.
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Pandora Art Gallery does not offer prints as you must have confused the hand made unique water colors that so many travelers buy from the United Kingdom and Canada that range between 60, 150 and 350 euros. As for the Paintings the few Artists are resident painters, but do not confuse similar subject by other art shops as the same Artist.
Thank you for coming by the Gallery I hope you enjoyed your visit in Athens.
Art adviser and living resident Artist at Pandora Art Gallery.
Written April 6, 2016
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levace
Gloucester, UK342 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We were just doing the tourist stuff, when we came across the Pandora Art Gallery. Theres several art places in Athens, But nothing has anything to match, even one item on display here.
Every item is unique, and amazing.
If i won the lottery, i would have emptied the shop, great place
No Photography,,,,that would be Piracy
Every item is unique, and amazing.
If i won the lottery, i would have emptied the shop, great place
No Photography,,,,that would be Piracy
Written May 24, 2015
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Thank you for your kind words, If you need to inquire about new art work, please feel free to contact us, for images and prices, we deliver door to door across the globe via UPS. Hope to see you visit Athens again with family and friends in the near future.
Written April 8, 2016
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Greg B
Dallas, TX17 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
High end art gallery with a boutique feel. Extremely nice manager. Expensive but world class art....not for souvenir hunters. But you can find something great for several hundred euros.
Written February 2, 2017
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Thank you very much for your kindness to write such a nice review for our gallery! Hope to see you again soon!
Written April 14, 2017
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Chester2277
Irwin, PA104 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
My friends and I have been visiting Pandora for over 13 years. We have enjoyed our cherished pieces in our homes. Take your time and browse the gallery. There will be no pressure. Have a drink while you decide. You will be very pleased with your purchase. When you return home, you will remember your special time in Athens each time you admire your treasure.
Written September 19, 2016
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If you need to inquire about new art work we have with our exclusive resident artist, please feel free to contact us again, we are glad you have enjoyed our Artist artwork, for new images and prices, we can deliver to you or friends door to door across the globe via UPS or locally in Greece. Hope to see you visit us at Pandora Art Gallery in Athens again with family and friends in the near future. Thank you for your kind words!
Written September 26, 2016
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Matthew_Horsfield
Houston, TX44 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
I wish we could have bought more! We felt cared for, trusted and respected by Miya, the proprietress. She walked me to the local ATM for a nominal ‘cash’ down payment and had my husband ‘mark’ the back of our purchase so we’ll KNOW it’s the one we bought when it arrives in Texas.
Definitely check it out if you like having that ‘one of a kind’ souvenir!
Definitely check it out if you like having that ‘one of a kind’ souvenir!
Written May 15, 2018
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Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're glad you enjoyed our customer service and your visit. We hope you are happy with your purchase and hopefully we'll see you again soon!
Written May 27, 2018
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clarkfhg
Parker, Colorado3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
We have visited the Pandora Art Gallery on two occasions, and have always marveled at the wonderful works of art. We have purchased a sculptured wall art by Giannis Nanouris, a separate sculpture by the same artist and an oil painting by Spyros Georgas. All the art has been shipped by the gallery to our home in Colorado and has arrived in a timely fashion and in excellent condition. Maia Netis is so much fun to work with and we enjoyed our visits immensely. We will go back.
Written September 15, 2016
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If you need to inquire about new art work we have with our exclusive resident artist, please feel free to contact us again, we are glad you have enjoyed our Artist artwork, for new images and prices, we can deliver to you or friends door to door across the globe via UPS or locally in Greece. Hope to see you visit us at Pandora Art Gallery in Athens again with family and friends in the near future. Thank you for your kind words!
Written September 26, 2016
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The Sand Man
London, UK223 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
We visited Pandora while on a cruise. The gallery is very modern & offers a huge range of art - presented in a clear & informative manor. We had great, non pushy, but professional help from the staff.
We decided to buy a (in our view!) painting on canvas of apples - so good you could reach out & take an apple & eat it !!!!!
2 weeks later in the UK our painting was delivered in the most secure protective covering. The picture & all paperwork present. Before hand the gallery had called & emailed me to confirm it had been despatched etc.
We will visit again this year. A pleasure to deal with such a professional company - thank you :-))))
We decided to buy a (in our view!) painting on canvas of apples - so good you could reach out & take an apple & eat it !!!!!
2 weeks later in the UK our painting was delivered in the most secure protective covering. The picture & all paperwork present. Before hand the gallery had called & emailed me to confirm it had been despatched etc.
We will visit again this year. A pleasure to deal with such a professional company - thank you :-))))
Written May 18, 2016
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If you need to inquire about new art work we have with our exclusive resident artist, please feel free to contact us again, we are glad you have enjoyed the Apples on printed paper and canvas, for images and prices, we can deliver to you or friends door to door across the globe via UPS. Hope to see you visit us in Athens again with family and friends in the near future. Thank you for your kind words!
Written May 19, 2016
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888pieter
Haarlem 1 contribution
Jul 2015 • Solo
I am more of a connoisseur of classical antiquity than a lover of the modern arts, so my review only applies to the relatively small number of Greek vase-copies 'Pandora' has in stock. I know of no other easily accessible gallery in Athens with such an attractive collection of ceramics.
Written May 17, 2016
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Thank you Peter for your kind words, it is true that we carry only a small collection of ceramics made in the same process used in Antiquity by Josef Kiromitis (1951-2012). You can see the last collection available here: www.artsy.net/pandora-art-gallery/artist/josef-kiromitis
"I remember you well Peter as you purchased the Cratera of Achileas five years ago, and your visited us again, hope to see you again soon, Thank you" from Maia !
Written May 18, 2016
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Majarajacquie
New York City, NY40 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
As a exsisting client, I return to Greece every year and always visit Pandora. Whether I buy or just look at the lovely works of Art, especially a few of my favorites, I always feel at 'home'. the staff is amazing. Love Maia, Miguel & Anesti, the owner. They have some fantastic original works of Greek Art!!!
Written May 6, 2016
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Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you soon in Athens again, we know you travel a lot on business around the world and as an American socialite and Public Relations Executive supporting so many humanitarian projects as your own foundation for deprived children in Africa. We return the positive energy of love from Maia, Miguel & Anesti, (the Pandora team) and its artist.
Written May 7, 2016
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Pandora Art Gallery
Athens, Greece
Καλησπέρα σας,
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