Lord Byron‘s bullet box and grease pot displaying flowering vinework. Epirus (Greece), early 19th century. Embossed and engraved silver, 22 cm.

8 Νοεμβρίου 2021

250 years since the birth of Ioannis Capodistrias11 Φεβρουαρίου 2026 - 1:44 μμ
Metternich reveals the democratic principles of Ioannis Capodistrias On the occasion of the 250th anniversary since the birth of Ioannis Capodistrias, the SHP and the Philhellenism Museum honour the first Governor of Greece and present from their collections a rare classified document of Metternich in which he outlines the great Greek statesman, his dedication […]
The Lord Byron Prize 2025 to Mr. Alain Berset, in his first official visit to Greece10 Φεβρουαρίου 2026 - 5:45 μμ
Mr. Alain Berset, Secretary General of the 46-member Council of Europe, during his first official visit to Greece was awarded the international Lord Byron Prize 2025 for Philhellenism, opening his speech in the Greek language, wishing to underline its importance to the civilisation worldwide. Mr. Berset delivered an inspiring speech in Greek, honouring the coincidence […]