Undated photo Larry Gagosian, via Artnet

The seemingly recession-proof Larry Gagosian didn’t scrimp on the drachmas for festivities heralding the opening of his new Athens gallery and Cy Twombly painting show. (The new Greek gallery was first reported here.)

Two hundred and fifty guests were invited for dinner last week on the outdoor terrace of the sleek new $200 million Acropolis Museum.  The museum is sited at the base of the Acropolis, with views of the Parthenon temple.

Guests for the Sept. 24 soiree included New York real estate developer and art collector Aby Rosen and dealer Alberto Mugrabi. Dealer Doris Amman came from Zurich.

The Greek contingent included collectors Dakis Joannou, Dinos Martinos, and Dimitris Daskalopoulos, according to a guest. The gallery declined to discuss the guest list.

Acropolis Museum at sunset, via Acropolis Museum

Shipping heiress Marina Livanos runs Gagosian’s Greek branch. She attended the party with her husband Andreas Martinos (nephew of Dinos).

Gagosian invited the younger  set for an after-party at the Athens Tennis Club. Start time: 11 pm.