Nikolaou’s art includes drawings of female figures and paintings of scenes in nature. His paintings express art forms from ancient Greece, with simplicity of design and earthy colors. He also created egg tempera murals or frescoes, and later in his career worked with theaters on stage design. Some of his most characteristic works are seen here in pictures of his workshop.
Nikolaou’s Career
Finally, Nikolaou decided in 1964 to move to the island of Aegina (not far from Athens) with his wife, Angela Zoumboulaki. There, he became a professor of drawing at the Athens School of Fine Arts, where he taught for ten years and served as its director. Nikolaou’s works have been presented in many places worldwide - the Venice Biennale in 1936 and 1964 and at the Biennale of São Paulo in 1957. He was also featured at the National Gallery of Greece, the Benaki Museum, and the Hellenic Foundation for Culture in Berlin.
The Nikolaou Residence
The painter Nikos Nikolaou and his wife Angela came to Aegina in 1964, and this home became a popular spot for art lovers and writers. Renovations began in 2019, when the main house was refurbished, and five guesthouses were built. These works were done with the highest respect for the painter and his wife, to keep the warm hospitality they offered to the guests. In the front room, which Nikolaou used as a sitting room, artworks and objects were kept in their original place.
Nature at the Nikolaou Residence
Visitors can immediately feel peace when they walk around the property. Natural elements, like pistachio, fig, and olive trees, dot the landscape. All those who stay in the guesthouse can enjoy the sunset while sitting on the stone benches where Nikolaou, Moralis, Kapralos, Elytis, and other family members and friends of the Nikolaou family used to sit. The house belongs to the family of Angela Nikolaou, Theodore, Christina, Daphne, and Philippos Zoumboulakis.
Staying at the Nikolaou Residence
More information on the Nikolaou Residence can be found on the official website. You can also book a stay at one of the five guest houses on the website of Aria Hotels. Each studio boasts stunning views of the surrounding nature and is equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable and unforgettable stay. With sleek, contemporary decor and state-of-the-art appliances, these studios offer the perfect blend of style and functionality. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach or explore the local area, the complex’s prime location provides easy access to all that the Aegina seaside has to offer.
Near the Nikolaou Residence
Not far from the Nikolaou Residence are wonderful beaches and landscapes that are so famous on Aegina, as well as expansive olive groves and historical sites like the Temple of Aphaea. Directly across from the Nikolaou estate is the “Aegina” sculpture by Yannis Moralis, which represents the close relationship between these two men and also marks a neighborhood with not just one, but many famous artists.
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