Sala Peres, Art gallery in Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain.
Sala Peres is an art gallery in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona that spreads across multiple levels with large windows and thoughtful interior design throughout. The space brings together contemporary exhibitions within classical 19th-century architecture.
The gallery was founded in 1840 by Joan Baptista Parés i Carbonell and became one of Barcelona's earliest permanent art exhibition venues. It established itself as a place where artists could show their work on a lasting basis.
The gallery showcases work by local Spanish artists alongside international contemporary creators, giving visitors a window into what artists are making today. The exhibitions rotate regularly, reflecting the different approaches and ideas that shape the art world right now.
The gallery sits on Petritxol Street in the Gothic Quarter and is open from Monday through Saturday throughout the year. It is easy to reach on foot and sits within a historic area with other small art spaces nearby.
Petritxol Street itself has been an artistic hub since the 19th century, with several galleries and small art spaces clustered together tightly. Visitors can explore multiple exhibition venues in just a few steps, making it a compact art district.
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