Title: 🎨 Michalis Makroulakis – View of the Church of Panagia Paraportiani, Mykonos 🏛️ / .🎨 Μιχάλης Μακρουλάκης – Θέα της Εκκλησίας της Παναγίας Παραπορτιανής, Μύκονος 🏛️

Artist: Michalis Makroulakis / Μιχάλης Μακρουλάκης (1940-2023)

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Year: 21st century / Modern Art

Details: 🎨 Michalis Makroulakis – View of the Church of Panagia Paraportiani, Mykonos 🏛️ 🖼️ Oil on Plywood | 50x65 cm (60x75 cm framed) The Tsantilis Art Gallery 🏆 proudly presents an exceptional work by Michalis Makroulakis 🎨, one of the 🔟 most significant Greek artists of the 20th century and the official portraitist of the Persian royal family 👑. His masterful ability to blend architectural precision with luminous Mediterranean light ☀️ makes his paintings sought-after by collectors and prestigious estates worldwide. This rare piece captures the legendary Church of Panagia Paraportiani ⛪, the most iconic architectural gem of Mykonos 🇬🇷, bathed in the enchanting Cycladic light 🌊. This medieval marvel, with its whitewashed, sculptural form, dates back to the 15th century 📜, standing as a testament to Byzantine and post-Byzantine ecclesiastical architecture 🏛️. Built atop an older fortification, it was once part of the castle walls—its very name, Paraportiani, means "standing next to the gate." 🚪 Makroulakis’ brushwork elegantly enhances the ethereal atmosphere of this sacred monument, evoking the mysticism ✨of the Aegean’s spiritual and artistic legacy 🎭. His work is celebrated for its profound depth 🏞️, light manipulation 💡, and deep-rooted connection to Hellenic heritage 🇬🇷. His paintings grace esteemed private collections 🎟️ and grand residences 🏰 across Greece and abroad, as well as royal and museum holdings. With over 100 years of expertise 🎯, the Tsantilis Art Gallery curates exclusive works that transform interiors into spaces of sophistication 💎 and cultural prestige 🏅. Whether adorning opulent estates 🏡 or contemporary luxury interiors 🏢, our selections embody timeless elegance ⏳ and historical depth 📖. For collectors and connoisseurs seeking a highly decorative yet historically significant 🏆 piece, this Makroulakis painting is a rare opportunity.