pgi Pagani

Athens


The Pagani family selects all the unique decorative items, handmade jewellery, ceramics and art featured in their shop in Monastiraki’s buzzing shopping area. Accessories boast bold colours and Greek artistic influences. Many of the works for sale are crafted by local artists and incorporate clay, metal and enamel.


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