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Interesting 1970 photograph of the 103rd Mayor of New York, John Lindsay and the renowned Russian-American choreographer, representing a historic moment in the history of dance. The photograph depicts Lindsay presenting George Balanchine The Handel Medallion, the highest award given by the City of New York to individuals for their contribution to the city's intellectual and cultural life. The medallion was first issued in 1959, upon the 200th anniversary of the death of George Handel. 7.5 x 10 inches (20.5 x 26 cm)
The original image was inscribed by Mayor John Lindsay as follows, "For George Balanchine and to his slaves, with thanks from 8 million New Yorkers and their mayor. John V. Lindsay." The inscription is PRINTED on the present copy.
Interesting 1970 photograph of the 103rd Mayor of New York, John Lindsay and the renowned Russian-American choreographer, representing a historic moment in the history of dance. The photograph depicts Lindsay presenting George Balanchine The Handel Medallion, the highest award given by the City of New York to individuals for their contribution to the city's intellectual and cultural life. The medallion was first issued in 1959, upon the 200th anniversary of the death of George Handel. 7.5 x 10 inches (20.5 x 26 cm)
The original image was inscribed by Mayor John Lindsay as follows, "For George Balanchine and to his slaves, with thanks from 8 million New Yorkers and their mayor. John V. Lindsay." The inscription is PRINTED on the present copy.