Biography

George Xenoulis was born in Athens in 1944 and upon completion of his studies he left for Africa. It was not until 1990 that he went back to Greece and has since then been working and living in Athens. The artist drew his first impulses for sculpturing from the art of the natives living in Central Africa (Kinsangani). He was impressed by the primitive conditions and the almost non-existent tools and equipment that the natives used to create amazing works of art and micro-sculptures, using materials such as ivory, ebony and malachite.

Afterwards, George Xenoulis moved to Pretoria in South Africa where he studied the art of sculpture and at the same time was fast becoming an expert in the use of plaster, clay and bronze-making techniques. Since then he has been dedicated to the art of sculpture, creating numerous works inspired by ancient Greek mythology, the region’s nature and the sea.

The following sculptures – that adorn certain regions of Greece – have been bought by Town Councils:

  • The Boy and the Dolphin, on the island of Hydra
  • Dimitrios Vikelas, National Airport, on the island of Syros
  • Olive and Olympic Flame, in Hermoupolis, on the island of Syros
  • Mermaid – Panagia, in Kini, on the island of Syros
  • Delphis, on the island of Kastelorizo
  • The Mermaid of Poros, on the island of Poros

Some of his works have been privately purchased while others stand in public places such as Ministries, banks, schools, museums and public libraries as well as in popular neo-modern art collections. The artist has participated in major art exhibitions in various parts of Greece and abroad and has also organized personal exhibitions. His works have been accredited by renown Art experts and critics.

  • 2009 Neriedes Art Gallery, island of Poros
  • 2006 “Lagudera”, island of Hyrda
  • 2001 “Ermoupoulia 2001” Luceum Club of Greek Women, on the island of Syros
  • 2000 “Vedema”, on the island of Santorini
  • 1999 Hatzopoulio, on the island of Poros
  • 1999 Kostis Palamas Cultural Center, University of Athens
  • 1998 Athenaeum Intercontinental Hotel, Athens
  • 1996 Holiday Inn Hotel, Athens
  • 1995 Caravel Hotel, Athens
  • 1994 Ledra Marriott Hotel, Athens
  • 1992 Macedonia Palace Hotel, Thessaloniki
  • 1992 Caravel Hotel, Athens
  • 2018 «Art Collection 2018», The Anargyreios & Korgialeneios School of Spetses
  • 2018 “Sea Days 2018”, Municipality of Piraeus
  • 2008 Parnassos Literary Society, Athens
  • 2004 FLORAKI ART Gallery, “6th Multinational Cultural Exhibition” UNESCO of Piraeus
  • 2003 Municipal Art Gallery of Piraeus, “28th Exhibition of Fine Arts”
  • 2001 Aegli Zappiou, “The Gallery”, Athens
  • 2001 Municipal Theatre of Piraeus
  • 2001 “27th Exhibition of Fine Arts”
  • 2000 Aegli Zappiou, “Gidde”, Athens
  • 1999 Municipal Art Center of Athens, “25th Exhibition of Sculpture and Painting”
  • 1999 Exhibition of Sculpture and Painting, Viotia
  • 1999 Eleftherias Park Arts Center, Athens
  • 1999 Kedonieos Institute, “The Olive Tree in the Past and Future”, Andros
  • 1999 “Freedom”, Ikaria
  • 1999 “Spring ‘98”, Municipality of Maroussi
  • 1998 Municipal Theatre of Piraeus, “22nd Exhibition of Fine Arts”
  • 1998 House of Cyprus, «Autumn ‘98», Athens
  • 1998 Exhibition of Sculpture and Mosaic, Athens
  • 1998 “Winter ‘98”, Athens
  • 1997 Zappeion Exhibition Hall, Pan-Epirus Confederation
  • 1997 “Colour – Voice – Form”, Athens
  • 1996 Riant, Saudi Arabia

For his outstanding contribution to art and culture, he has been awarded honorary certificates, commendations and Commemorative medals by:

  • The Municipality of Athens
  • The Municipality of Piraeus
  • The Municipality of Poros
  • The Municipality of Kastelorizo
  • The Municipality of Hermoupolis
  • The Municipality of Ano Syros
  • The Municipality of Hydra
  • The public library of Piraeus
  • The Municipality of Salamina
  • UNESCO of Piraeus
  • The Institute of Kythoneos on the island of Andros
  • The Center of Literature and Arts of Piraeus
  • The Pan-Hellenic Association of Literature and Art
  • The Parnassos Literary Society
  • The Piraeus Chamber of Commerce & Industry and The Center of Literature and Arts of Piraeus