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5 works across 2 institutions
Athens holds 5 works by El Greco across 2 institutions, including National Gallery of Athens and Benaki Museum.
Born in Crete and trained in Venice under Titian, El Greco settled in Toledo, Spain, where he spent the rest of his life. His elongated, intensely spiritual figures and otherworldly colour sense were so distinctive that later centuries dismissed him as eccentric — today he is recognised as one of the great originals in Western art.
Collections in this city
National Gallery of Athens
Athens · 3 works on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
Benaki Museum
💎 Hidden GemAthens · 2 works on display
About the artist
El Greco
Greek/Spanish · Mannerism · 1541–1614
Born in Crete and trained in Venice under Titian, El Greco settled in Toledo, Spain, where he spent the rest of his life. His elongated, intensely spiritual figures and otherworldly colour sense were so distinctive that later centuries dismissed him as eccentric — today he is recognised as one of the great originals in Western art.
Key works
The Burial of the Count of OrgazView of ToledoThe Resurrection
Frequently asked questions
How many El Greco paintings are on display in Athens?
Our current data shows 5 El Greco paintings on display in Athens, spread across the National Gallery of Athens and the Benaki Museum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Athens has the most El Greco paintings?
National Gallery of Athens holds the largest share, with 3 works by El Greco in Athens.
Where else can I see El Greco's paintings?
El Greco's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for El Greco →
Planning your visit to Athens
Athens' National Gallery and the Benaki Museum are both near the Kolonaki neighbourhood. Athens is hot in summer — visit museums in the morning and plan for the city's demanding hills. EU citizens under 25 receive free entry to state museums.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.