Villa Bianca, Protected mansion on Vassilisis Olgas street, Thessaloniki, Greece
Villa Bianca is a protected mansion on Vassilisis Olgas street in Thessaloniki that blends Baroque, Art Nouveau, and Renaissance architectural elements. The building features a white exterior with asymmetrical balconies and now houses an art gallery inside.
Italian architect Pierro Arrigoni designed this residence between 1911 and 1913 for a merchant of the Sephardic Jewish community. The building represents an era when prominent families built such elaborate homes in the city.
The art collection inside showcases Byzantine icons, prints, and works by Greek artists displayed across several spaces. These pieces reflect artistic traditions that have been preserved within this setting.
The building is open for visitors from Tuesday through Sunday, with guided tours available by prior arrangement. Those interested in viewing the art gallery should contact ahead to arrange a tour.
The original family that lived here fled to Italy during World War II and did not survive the war. This tragic history is silently embedded in the building's past.
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