George Zongolopoulos Foundation

The George Zongolopoulos Foundation (Ίδρυμα Γεωργίου Ζογγολόπουλου) is a Greek non-profit public benefit institution founded in Athens in February 2004 by the renowned sculptor George Zongolopoulos (1903–2004). Its establishment was officially approved a year later. The Foundation is headquartered at the former home and studio of the artist and his wife, Eleni Paschalidou-Zongolopoulou (1909–1991), in Psychiko, a suburb of Athens. It holds the entire body of work of both artists that has not been otherwise legally disposed of, as well as the intellectual property and reproduction rights for their oeuvre. Governed by a six-member board, the Foundation is dedicated to collecting, studying, exhibiting, and disseminating the work of George Zongolopoulos, supporting the study and preservation of his art in Greece and abroad, promoting Greek painting and sculpture through periodic exhibitions, organizing cultural events, acquiring additional works by purchase or donation, and supporting young sculptors through awards to graduates of the Athens School of Fine Arts. The Foundation manages a collection that includes sculptures, monument maquettes, drawings, sketches, studies, and paintings by both artists. Notable works in reduced scale include the Monument of Zalongo, Cor-ten, the Umbrellas, Tel-Néant, the Pillar, Ethrio, and Pentacycle. It also operates the outdoor Glyptotheque in Psychiko – Giorgos Zongolopoulos Square, created in 2010 in collaboration with the municipality of Filothei-Psychiko, where visitors can see monumental sculptures in situ and visit the artist's studio. The Foundation serves as the competent body for authenticating Zongolopoulos sculptures, offers advisory services for conservation and installation, organizes exhibitions, develops educational and cultural programs, and conducts monthly free guided tours. It also runs a shop selling sculptures, plexiglass works, paintings, and drawings. Through its activities, the Foundation preserves and promotes the legacy of one of Greece's most significant modern sculptors.

The George Zongolopoulos Foundation was established in February 2004 in Athens by the sculptor George Zongolopoulos, with its official approval granted a year later. It is a non-profit public benefit organization. The Foundation is located at the former residence and studio of George Zongolopoulos and his wife Eleni Paschalidou-Zongolopoulou in Psychiko, Athens. It holds the entire collection of works by both artists that have not been otherwise legally disposed of, along with the intellectual property and reproduction rights. In 2010, the Foundation collaborated with the municipality of Filothei-Psychiko to create the Outdoor Glyptotheque of Psychiko – Giorgos Zongolopoulos Square, a public space displaying monumental sculptures. The Foundation continues to organize exhibitions, educational programs, and monthly guided tours, and serves as the authoritative body for authenticating Zongolopoulos sculptures.

• 2010

  Outdoor Glyptotheque of Psychiko – Giorgos Zongolopoulos Square created in collaboration with the municipality of Filothei-Psychiko.

• 2005

  Official approval of the Foundation's establishment.

• 2004

  Foundation established in Athens by George Zongolopoulos.

A non-profit cultural foundation dedicated to preserving and promoting the artistic legacy of George and Eleni Zongolopoulos, and to supporting Greek contemporary art.

• Sculptures

  Original sculptures by George Zongolopoulos, including monumental and small-scale works.

• Plexiglass works

  Sculptures and constructions made from plexiglass.

• Paintings

  Paintings by George and Eleni Zongolopoulos.

• Drawings

  Drawings and sketches by both artists.

• Monument maquettes

  Scale models of monumental sculptures in public spaces.

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