Varvitsiotis Mansion
This eclectic mansion was the residence of Takis Varvitsiotis.
Modern and Contemporary era (1912 - )
1926 It was built, as is evident from the inscription on the lintel of the entrance.
Ottoman era (1453- 1912)
Byzantine era (331 AC- 1453)
Roman era (30 BC- 330 AC)
Hellenistic era (322- 31 BC)
Classical era (478-323 BC)
Archaic era (800-479 BC)
Geometric era (-1100- 800 BC)
Prehistory (-1100 BC)
What I can see
The Varvitsiotis Mansion is an eclectic building with art deco elements. Parts of the facades are in projection and the sculpted decoration around the openings is distinctive. In addition, the balconies are curved and the railings bear interesting patterns. The main entrance is imposing, framed by 2 columns with capitals, a reference to ancient temples. An inscription with an emblem, which contains 3 figures, has survived on the lintel.
What I can't see
It was the residence of the lawyer, writer and art collector, Takis Varvitsiotis. It was a hangout for writers, artists and generally people who loved the arts and letters. On the ground floor, the pharmacy of the writer Nikos Gavriil Pentzikis was housed, and on the first floor, the “Poetic Home”, where friends of poetry and literature gathered every Tuesday.
Info
- Address: 15 Prassakaki and Egratia St.
Bibliography
https://parallaximag.gr/thessaloniki-news/anakalypste-ta-ktiria-tis-polis-megaro-varvitsioti
Last visit 4/4/2025
