Agora Gallery

Address:	530 W 25th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Phone:	+1 212-226-4151
Site:	agora-gallery.com
Rating:	4
Working:	Closed 11AM–6PM 11AM–6PM 11AM–6PM 11AM–6PM 11AM–6PM Closed

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Reviews 36

A Private User

Let me start by saying Ive been to art galleries all over - Russia, France, Spain, Canada, and all over the Unites States and Caribbean (PR, Cuba, Aruba, etc) and yet I was most impressed with Agora Gallery. It was absolutely stunning. The structural lay out of the gallery, the ebb and flow of the space, was truly enchanting. Beautiful hard wood floors, clean white walls, high open ceilings and the right hue of lighting truly compliments and pays tribute to the gorgeous and riveting art that hangs in this gallery. All of this in combination makes this one of the best galleries I have entered in a long time. The art work is glorious and thought provoking. Multiple genres allow appreciation for all types of artistic taste. It is truly what a gallery should be...inspirational artwork from very talented artists. It has been a long time where I was moved by a contemporary impressionist at one turn, stunned by a colorful abstract at the next and captured by the stillness and beauty of a photograph all in one independent gallery. Amazing gallery, I highly recommend to those who are in NYC and are looking for a real art experience and wish to be transcended to a time when art galleries didnt just worship the "commercial", but when instead they showed actual ART. The gallery also has a very warm, accommodating staff who allow you to quietly enjoy your time, but if needed, are sweet and helpful if you have questions. No fake pretension (because lets face it, true art is NOTHING about pretension...if you encounter pretentious behavior at a gallery, leave at once, as they are wanna-bes). Agora Gallery is wonderful, charming, and exquisite with a warm, old world European feel to it - I say to put this gallery on your list of "must-sees" while in NYC.

A Private User

What a beautiful space! and the people were so nice! We went gallery hopping in Chelsea and stumbled upon Agora Gallery - its a contemporary fine art gallery on 25th st - they are located on the 2nd floor but there is a staircase that takes you directly from the street to the gallery - the exhibition poster on the street grabbed our attention and we walked in - what a beautiful space - yes I know I already wrote it twice but it really is a great space - very well lighted and spacious - that art was interesting and the people at the gallery were very friendly and made us feel very welcome - it was a very nice surprise in the middle of a cold winter day!

A Private User

My review is for the business structure of this gallery (not the location, staff, or the quality of the artwork). The Agora Gallery is financed by unwary artists. The gallery searches the Internet for inexperienced artists willing to pay over $3000 up front (and annually) to have their work shown and promoted in New York. In addition the gallery takes a 30% commission on sales. An artist would need to get $4,300 in sales a year just to break even. Many reputable galleries choose artists wisely and do not require any investment, but sell by commission only: 50% - 60% of actual sales.

David Gilbertson

What a gorgeous gallery! As someone who frequents Chelsea, I am always amazed at the talented range of artists Agora boasts, interesting exhibitions, and the space overall. Not to mention the welcoming, friendly staff, who has been helpful to me on countless occasions, whether it’s answering questions about the exhibition on view, or directing to me to a good cup of coffee! I would highly recommend Agora to art lovers everywhere, and am looking forward to my next visit!

A Private User

Surprisingly, our highlight gallery in Chelsea. We spent a large part of the day in Chelsea, going to the High Line and many of the galleries there, and it turned out that this one, which wasnt on our must-see list to visit, was a suprise gem. Nice staff, great space, gorgeous, varied artwork, and we never got the feeling that they were wishing wed leave quickly. They seem to have new exhibitions every month so I would definitely go back.

Jacobo Hernandez

señores reciban un cordial saludo . serian tan amables de mirar unas obras de arte. que tengo para subastar. su opinión seria de suma importancia . mil gracias

Swati D. Doshi

A beautiful venue where we hosted HOBY NY Metros 2016 Wine Tasting and Silent Auction Fundraiser (hobynys.com/donate). Everyone loved the space and it helped make our event more special and cozy :) If you do host an event here, please make sure they have replaced their tables before signing your contract.

Flavia Garzia

Amazing space, great light. Variety of artists with different backgrounds and techniques presented which makes the space even more interesting. Staff is very responsive and warm, many art galleries can be kind of "cold" and aseptic while Agora isnt like that.

Jesús Antonio Rojas Soto

Buenas noches soy de Venezuela y quisiera saber como se canaliza la subasta de pinturas al Oleo Originales.

Andrea Chonin

The Agora Gallery is a treasure trove of contemporary multimedia works of art. The staff is very helpful and the web site is amazing. I will definitely return here on my next visit to NYC and will recommend to all my friends and family.

Shai Crook

I love this place! I go to their receptions all the time and they definitely have amazing artists exhibiting at their location. Agoras employees are really friendly and the the place is well maintained.

Saskia Weishut-Snapper

Een mooie, ruime gallery, interessante kunstenaars, aardige, capabele medewerksters.

Frederic Moureau

Magnifique Galerie énorme choix de magasins en tout genre a prix très abordable

Ashley Henry Wynne

Various works- all intriguing and thought provoking!! Would LOVE to be represented one day by this FINE establishment-a!!! Thumbs up...more thumbs than I have up! A must see in NYC...

Being Me Happiness

Fantastic institution for New Artist and well known talent from all over the world. Informative staff and great display of art work. Receptionist events are amazing.

Ambelique Malebranche

This Chelsea gallery is sweet to go to on a Thursday when they have ALL the openings! I did enjoy what they had at the time and enjoyed there space. I would go again.

Diana Carrillo González

Excelente galería, una gran oportunidad para conocer nuevos artistas.

John Glenn

This is a predatory space, happy to take you money and much too much of it. They curate by cash not quality. It is a horrible place. Stay away!

Eric Guibert

Encore une belle exposition, toujours un plaisir.

Henry Stern

Great art, but rotates a lot. Check to make sure theyre open on their website before you visit. Loved the visit.

Anjali Soares

Great space, interesting pieces of work, knowledgeable and friendly staff. Always a good time at their openings!

Bo Ye

If you have half an hour, its a nice place to stop by and admire the great art they always have on display.