Prof. von Zedlitz

Portrait Presented to College.

Christopher Perkins' fine portrait of Professor von Zedlitz now hangs in our library, nearly completing our gallery of early professors. Mr. S. Eichelbaum made the presentation on behalf of the donor, an old student who wished to remain anonymous. In a letter which was read, the donor expressed pleasure that the University could have a record of the pioneer days. The inspiring teaching and ever-ready friendship and helpfulness of Professor von Zedlitz was remembered by all his old students. Mr. Eichelbaum added that it was a further honour to have as the artist Christopher Perkins, who had portrayed the professor's character so skilfully, showing his wit, his suaveness and his kindly courtesy. The map forming a background to the portrait symbolised truthfully his vast worldly knowledge. "It is fitting that Professor von Zedlitz's portrait should have a permanent place on the walls of this college, which he served so faithfully, and for which he gave his unselfish devotion," concluded Mr. Eichelbaum.

Professor Rankine Brown paid a tribute to Professor von Zedlitz sketching his early career. He said that he could be compared to Socrates, in that his answers to any question were always provocative of thought and concluded by saying that he had the genius of friendship.

Professor von Zedlitz, replying, thanked the College Council for all they had done for him in the past. He said that the donor was one of his former students who had achieved some high personal distinction and who, having realised the power of Christopher Perkins' work, commissioned him to paint this portran. Professor von Zedlitz said what great pleasure he had in being portrayed by such an original and clever artist, who was always so charming, witty, and delightful in character. He ended by saying what pleasure he had had in teaching students here, and the friendship and devotion of his fellow-pupils gave him a permanent source of joy.