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An octagonal golden-framed display case, viewed through reflective glass, exhibits a collection of memorabilia on a light greenish-gray fabric background. The reflections on the glass show a window with vertical blinds and the silhouette of a person. At the top center, a military or honorific medal is displayed, featuring a green and red striped ribbon, a white cross with a central gold star, and topped by a crown, indicative of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. Below it is a smaller star-shaped pin. On the upper left, another small white cross is visible. A circular silver medal on the lower left bears the inscription "DEMOISELLE MERITE AWARD" and a floral motif. In the center, a dark metal medallion shows the profile of a person's head. On the right, a smaller badge reads "VISITANTE DIST," suggesting "Distinguished Visitor," and a larger gold circular medal depicts a building. The focal point at the bottom is a rectangular program or plaque from the "TEATRO ALLA SCALA." The text details the "INAUGURAZIONE" of the "STAGIONE LIRICA 1960/1961" and a performance of "POLIUTO" by Gaetano Donizetti on "MERCOLEDI 7 DICEMBRE 1960 ORE 21." The cast includes "PAOLINA... MARIA CALLAS," "POLIUTO... FRANCO CORELLI," and "SEVERO... ETTORE BASTIANINI," with "ANTONINO VOTTO" conducting and "HERBERT GRAF" directing. This collection, displayed in Athens, Greece, likely celebrates the illustrious career of Maria Callas, the renowned Greek-American soprano, whose performance at La Scala is highlighted. The various medals and the opera program collectively serve as a testament to her significant achievements and contributions to the arts.
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