Harry Hall Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Harry Hall Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 14, 2025
HARRY HENRY HALL (English, 1814-1882). Mr. Martinson's Nancy With Job Marson, Jr. Up And The Trainer Job Marson, Sr., 1851, Oil on can
Est: $4,500 - $6,500
HARRY HENRY HALL (English, 1814-1882). Mr. Martinson's Nancy With Job Marson, Jr. Up And The Trainer Job Marson, Sr., 1851, Oil on canvas. Framed. - Approx. 23 x 30 inches; frame: 30 x 36 inches
Sloans & Kenyon
Feb. 26, 2025
Harry Hall (British 1814-1882) Feudal Felicity signed and dated 'Harry Hall/1855' (lower right) oil on canvas 43 x 61.5 cm, framed 78 x 60 cm
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Harry Hall (British 1814-1882) Feudal Felicity signed and dated 'Harry Hall/1855' (lower right) oil on canvas 43 x 61.5 cm, framed 78 x 60 cm The canvas has been lined. Craquelure is visible throughout, most noticeably in the sky. Scattered spots of surface dirt. Ultraviolet light reveals partly strengthened signature, and scattered retouchings throughout the sky, to the framing edges, and elsewhere.
Dawsons Auctioneers
Feb. 05, 2025
Blue Gown
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Property from a Distinguished Pennsylvania Collection Harry Hall British 1814 - 1882 "Blue Gown,” Winner of the Derby and Ascot Cup, 1868 signed and dated lower right: H Hall. 1868. oil on canvas canvas: 28 ½ by 36 in.; 72.4 by 91.4 cm framed: 31 ½ by 39 ¼ in.; 80 by 99.7
Sotheby's
Dec. 07, 2024
J. HUNT (19th) after HALL (*1813), Der Jockey James Chapple, around 1870, Steel engraving
Est: €150 - €200
J.B. Hunt (19th century) after Harry Hall (1813 Cambridge - 1882 Newmarket): Der Jockey James Chapple, c. 1870, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Date: c. 1870 Description: inscribed "Harry Hall, Newmarket", "J.B. Hunt.". The jockey James Chapple (1796-1858) is shown on horseback, in riding clothes and riding cap. He was a celebrated jockey of his time according to the title. Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Hunting, Germany, Size: Paper: 10,6 cm x 15,3 cm (4,2 x 6 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Dec. 07, 2024
J. HUNT (19th) after HALL (*1813), Der Jockey J. Bartholomew, around 1880, Steel engraving
Est: €150 - €200
J.B. Hunt (19th century) after Harry Hall (1813 Cambridge - 1882 Newmarket): Der Jockey J Bartholomew, c. 1880, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Date: c. 1880 Description: inscribed "Harry Hall, Newmarket", "J.B. Hunt.". The jockey J. Bartholomew is shown on horseback, in riding clothes and riding cap. He was a celebrated jockey of his time according to the title. Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Hunting, Germany, Size: Paper: 10,5 cm x 15,2 cm (4,1 x 6 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Dec. 07, 2024
J. HUNT (19th) after HALL (*1813), Der Jockey John Charlton, around 1850, Steel engraving
Est: €150 - €200
J.B. Hunt (19th century) after Harry Hall (1813 Cambridge - 1882 Newmarket): The jockey John Charlton (1829-1862), c. 1850, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Date: c. 1850 Description: inscribed "Harry Hall, Newmarket", "J.B. Hunt.". The jockey John Charlton (1829-1862) is shown on horseback in riding clothes and riding cap. According to the title, Charlton was a celebrated jockey of his time. Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Hunting, Germany, Size: Paper: 10,5 cm x 15,6 cm (4,1 x 6,1 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Nov. 29, 2024
Harry Hall (English, c. 1814-1882), Huncamunca winning the Derby
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
Harry Hall (English, c. 1814-1882) Huncamunca winning the Derby Pencil on paper Inscribed 'H.H. 1800' lower right Titled 'Huncamunca winning the Derby' lower centre Property of a gentleman From the collection of Peter Roe Provenance: Worsfolds, Canterbury sale, 1972; Private Collection of Peter Roe, purchased from the above 23rd August 1972 Dimensions: (Frame) 13.5 in. (H) x 15.5 in. (W) (Paper) 9 in. (H) x 10.5 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Nov. 23, 2024
ANTIQUE 19TH C ETCHING PRINT AFTER HARRY HALL
Est: $100 - $150
After Harry Hall, British, 1814 to 1882, an antique etching and aquatint on paper print West Australian depicting horses and their riders, one horse is ridden by Frank Butler. Winner Of The 2000 Guineas, Derby And St Leger, 1853. Artist, title, engraver and text with date in plate below image. Text continues: The Property of John B. Bowes, Esquire. Was bred in 1850 by Melbourne, out of Mowerina. Trained by John Scott. Ridden by Frank Butler. London: Published September 21st 1853, by Baily Brothers. Antique Prints And Multiples For Wall Decor.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 23, 2024
ANTIQUE 19TH C ETCHING PRINT AFTER HARRY HALL
Est: $100 - $150
After Harry Hall, British, 1814 to 1882, an antique etching and aquatint on paper print Canezou depicting a horse ridden by Frank Butler. Artist, title, engraver and text with date in plate below image. Circa the mid 19th century. Antique Prints And Multiples For Wall Decor.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 09, 2024
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882), A RACEHORSE WITH A JOCKEY UP
Est: £1,500 - £2,500
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)A RACEHORSE WITH A JOCKEY UPOil on canvasSigned and dated `1861' (lower right)48 x 60cm (18¾ x 23½ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Oct. 09, 2024
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882) THE DUKE OF WESTMINSTER'S HORSE, SATIRIST Oil on canvas Signed (lower left) and inscribed with the horse's name (lower centre and on the relined reverse) 53.5 x 71cm (21 x 27¾ in.) The Duke of Westminster's initials are visible on the horse's rug
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Mar. 15, 2024
Harry Hall (English, 1815-1882) Oil on Canvas, Ca. 1873, "Kingston with Nat Flatman Up", H 28" W 36"
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Signed and dated in the lower left. Thoroughbred 'Kingston' in profile on a steeplechase course. Mounted by jockey Elnathan "Nat" Flatman in a yellow coat. Having a giltwood frame, H 32.5", W 40.5". Provenance: From the collection of James A. Brescoll, Bloomfield Hills, MI. Arthur Ackermann & Son, London. Collection of Rodman Wanamaker, Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc. 1940.
DuMouchelles
Feb. 21, 2024
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882), LADY PATRONESS
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)LADY PATRONESSOil on canvasSinged and dated '1876' (lower right), and inscribed 'lady patroness' (lower left)42 x 52cm (16½ x 20¼ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Nov. 21, 2023
Harry Hall
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
British, 1814-1882 Meteor, with his Jockey, 1842 Signed and dated Harry Hall 1842 (lr) Oil on canvas 13 1/4 x 17 1/2 inches (33.7 x 44.5 cm) (Frame dimensions: 21 x 25 1/2 x 2 inches) Canvas is relined. Craquelure throughout. Inpaint mostly to infill craquelure visible under UV light inspection. Label Property of Lewis T. Preston affixed to frame verso
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 18, 2023
Harry Hall - FORESTER WITH HORSES & DOGS
Est: $6,000 - $7,000
Oil on canvas Signed, dated 1853. Harry Hall (British, 1814-1822)
The Sporting Art Auction
Nov. 18, 2023
Harry Hall - RIDER UP
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Oil on canvas Harry Hall (British, 1814-1822)
The Sporting Art Auction
Oct. 18, 2023
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882), A RACEHORSE WITH ITS OWNER
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)A RACEHORSE WITH ITS OWNEROil on canvas48 x 65cm (18¾ x 25½ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Jul. 18, 2023
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) Admiral Harcourt’s 'Ellington,' Winner of the Derby, 1856
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) Admiral Harcourt’s 'Ellington,' Winner of the Derby, 1856 Oil on canvas 19 3/4 x 27 1/8 in. (50.2 x 68.9cm) Provenance Christie's, New York, sale of December 6, 1996, Lot 136 (per label verso). (Presumably) acquired directly from the above sale. Estate of Mary L. Means, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. To request a condition report or additional images please contact Raphael Chatroux at [email protected]
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 15, 2023
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882) Horse in Stalloil on canvas20 1/4 x 26 inches. This lot is located in Chicago. Provenance: Possibly Ex Collection of Lord Alexander Paget (labeled)
Hindman
Mar. 15, 2023
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882) Horse in Stalloil on canvas20 1/4 x 26 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Hindman
Feb. 09, 2023
HARRY HALL (1814-1882) Dacia, winner of the Cambridgeshire, 1848, with Geo
Est: £5,000 - £8,000
HARRY HALL (1814-1882) Dacia, winner of the Cambridgeshire, 1848, with George Brown up before a stable... oil on canvas 20 x 24 in. (50.8 x 61 cm.)
Christie's
Jan. 20, 2023
Harry Hall oil on canvas of a race horse
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Harry Hall (British 1815-1882), oil on canvas of race horse, titled Frivolty, Middle Park Plate 1869, with C. Chaloner and F. Dawson, signed lower right and dated 1870, 27 1/2" x 38 1/2". Provenance: Normandy Farms, Pennsylvania, Strassburger Estate. NO in-house shipping for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Oct. 19, 2022
¤ • ROSEMARY COATES, LATE 20TH CENTURY
Est: £80 - £100
HUNTING MAP OF ENGLAND Lithograph Signed on print and in pencil l.r. ~Rosemary Coates~ Plate size: 510 x 405mm Framed size: 64 x 54.5cm (25 x 21½in) together with; Harry Hall (1814-1882) The Merry Beaglers (2)
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 18, 2022
***WITHDRAWN*** HARRY HALL (1814 - 1882) Portrait of Wild Dayrell, with Jockey Robert Sherwood, being led by trainer Mr. Rickaby Oil on canvas, 152 x 124cm Wild Dayrell was the 1855 Derby Winner, owned by Francis Topham. Another similar work by
Est: €12,000 - €18,000
***WITHDRAWN*** HARRY HALL (1814 - 1882) Portrait of Wild Dayrell, with Jockey Robert Sherwood, being led by trainer Mr. Rickaby Oil on canvas, 152 x 124cm Wild Dayrell was the 1855 Derby Winner, owned by Francis Topham. Another similar work by Hall sold in Sotheby's Sale New York, Important Sporting Art, June 7th 2001, lot 496. Harry Hall is considered along with J.F Herring SNR, to be one of Britain's leading 19th century sporting artists who gained fame through his many commissioned portraits of classic winners. Literature: C. Lane Harry Hall's Classic Winners, London 1990, pg.48
Adam's
Oct. 12, 2022
Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882) Three mares by a stream
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Harry Hall (British, 1815-1882) Three mares by a stream Signed and dated 'Hall 1861-2' (lower left) Oil on canvas 81 x 122cm (31 7/8 x 48 1/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 08, 2022
AFTER HARRY HALL (British, 1814-1882). Daniel O'Rourke, circa 1852, Colored engraving by John Harris (English, 1811-1865) depicting a
Est: $150 - $250
AFTER HARRY HALL (British, 1814-1882). Daniel O'Rourke, circa 1852, Colored engraving by John Harris (English, 1811-1865) depicting a jockey and a horse with trainer. Framed. Not examined out of frame. - 12" x 27"; frame: 30" x 34.5"
Sloans & Kenyon
Jul. 14, 2022
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) Queen Bertha
Est: $600 - $800
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) Queen Bertha oil on canvas initialed H.H. (lower right); titled (lower left) 17 x 20 inches. Provenance: Sold: Phillips, London, November 19, 1991
Hindman
May. 26, 2022
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882), CHESTNUT RACEHORSE IN AN EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPE
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)CHESTNUT RACEHORSE IN AN EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPEOil on canvas70 x 90cm (27½ x 35¼ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Jan. 29, 2022
Harry (Henry) Hall
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(United Kingdom, 1815-1882) Oil on board titled, "The Flying Dutchman". Brilliantly executed horse portrait with rider in English country setting. Signed lower right and very handsomely framed with artist plaque at center giving dates and title of the work. The piece has been professionally conserved, cleaned and relined. The frame is 19th century and likely original if not close to the period. Framed: H34" W43" Sold from the collection of a Private Atlanta Institution.
Wooten & Wooten Auctioneers
Dec. 05, 2021
HARRY (HENRY) HALL (1815 - 1882): HORSE AND RIDER
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
1865; oil on canvas; signed and dated lower right; Provenance: The Estate of Barry Tarlow, Los Angeles; 24 x 30 inches; 32 x 36 1/2 inches frame
Abell Auction
Dec. 05, 2021
HARRY HALL, (English, 1815-1882), Portrait of Flageolet, 1876, oil on canvas, 17 x 21 in., frame: 22 1/2 x 26 1/2 in.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
HARRY HALL (English, 1815-1882) Portrait of Flageolet 1876, oil on canvas dated Harry Hall 1876 lower right
Grogan & Company
Oct. 27, 2021
Harry Hall, 'Lago', Oil on Canvas
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
(British, 1814-1882), 1857, signed and dated l.r.c. Overall: 20-1/2"h x 24-1/2"w Sight: 16-1/2"h x 20-1/2"w Provenance: Property from the Collection of Winston and C.Z. Guest
Nye & Company
Sep. 29, 2021
Harry Hall (1813-1882) British, 'Starter' a chestnut horse in a stable, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1870,
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Harry Hall (1813-1882) British, 'Starter' a chestnut horse in a stable, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1870, 17" x 21".
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Sep. 22, 2021
Harry Hall (1814-1882): Portrait of the Jockey Ralph Bullock
Est: $800 - $1,200
Oil on board, unsigned. 9 1/4 x 7 in., 12 x 9 1/2 in. (frame). An Artist's Life: The Collection of Henry Koehler
STAIR
Jun. 29, 2021
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882) HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814-1882) A bay racehorse in a loosebox signed and dated Harry Hall / 18** (lower right) oil on canvas, unframed 48 x 61 cm (19 x 24 in) Harry Hall was the foremost racehorse portraitist of his time. Born in Cambridge, he first appeared as an artist at Tattersalls, working on a number of their publications, initially British Racehorses and The Sporting Review. He became the chief artist of The Field and produced a great volume of work, much of which was engraved. The Sporting Magazine published 114 plates by Hall. He also worked for The Illustrated London News.
Chiswick Auctions
Jun. 08, 2021
AFTER HARRY HALL (1814-1882), GLADIATEUR, WINNER OF THE 1865 ENGLISH TRIPLE CROWN, AQUATINT IN
Est: £200 - £300
After Harry Hall (1814-1882), GLADIATEUR, WINNER OF THE 1865 ENGLISH TRIPLE CROWN, aquatint in original hand colour, engraved by John Harris, depicting the French-bred champion Gladiateur in his stall, with legend below, in a black and gilt frame, 71 by 90cm., overall, minor wear to frame corner, part missing Gladiateur, foaled in 1862, was the first French-bred horse to win the Derby. Despite regularly suffering lameness, he also won the 2,000 Guineas, St Leger, Grand Prix de Paris and Ascot Gold Cup - a record which remains unbeaten. His successes across the Channel aroused great enthusiasm in France and earned him the nickname 'The Avenger of Waterloo'. His statue today occupies a prominent place at Longchamp racecourse.
Graham Budd Auctions
Jun. 08, 2021
AFTER HARRY HALL (1814-1882), VOLTIGEUR, WINNER OF THE DERBY STAKES AT EPSOM, THE DONCASTER GREAT ST
Est: £200 - £300
After Harry Hall (1814-1882), VOLTIGEUR, WINNER OF THE DERBY STAKES AT EPSOM, THE DONCASTER GREAT ST LEGER AND THE DONCASTER CUP 1850, aquatint in original hand colour engraved by John Harris, depicting Voltigeur being held by his trainer Robert Hill with jockey Job Marson standing by, in a rural setting, legend in margin, mounted in a black and gilt frame, overall 79 by 90cm., minor discolouration to engraving, slight damage to bottom of frame Lord Zetland's Voltigeur was one of the best racehorses to be trained in the north. Foaled in 1847, he won the Derby and dead-heated in the St Leger, but then won the run-off before winning the Doncaster Cup just two days later, beating his only rival The Flying Dutchman. The following year the two horses met again in what was famously termed 'The Great Match', a race Voltigeur lost.
Graham Budd Auctions
May. 27, 2021
Harry Hall (British 1814-1882), Romping Girl; Misletoe; and Indian Star
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Harry Hall (British 1814-1882)Romping Girl; Misletoe; and Indian StarOil on canvas The first titled (lower left)Each 43.5 x 53cm (17 x 20¾ in.) (3)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Apr. 22, 2021
Harry Hall (1814-1882): Charon
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Oil on canvas, signed 'H. Hall' lower right, with label from Scott & Fowles, NY. 22 1/2 x 30 in., 28 x 35 1/2 in. (frame). Property from the Estate of Audrey Zauderer
STAIR
Apr. 18, 2021
(Attributed to) Harry Hall (c.1814-1882) 'Racehorse and Trainer' Oil on Canvas
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
(Attributed to) Harry Hall (c.1814-1882) 'Racehorse and Trainer' Oil on Canvas Dated 1863 and signed 'Harry Hall' lower right, depicting a thoroughbred horse in a stall being regarded by an older man in 19th century attire, in a gilt wood frame; auction tags and gallery label en verso Property from: a Lake Bluff, Illinois estate Category: Fine Art > European Paintings Estimated Sale Time: 11:43 am CST Shipping Status: Leonard Auction, Inc. will provide direct shipping for this lot. Please visit our website for a shipping estimate. Sales Tax: Illinois (8.000%), Kansas (6.500%), New Jersey (6.625%), Pennsylvania (6.000%), Washington (10.500%) Links to High Resolution Images: Image #1 Image #2 Image #3 Image #4 Image #5 Image #6 Image #7 Image #8
Leonard Auction
Apr. 09, 2021
J. Harris, After Harry Hall (1814-1882), Mezzotint, The Merry Beaglers, Three gentlemen in a landsca
Est: £30 - £50
J. Harris, After Harry Hall (1814-1882), Mezzotint, The Merry Beaglers, Three gentlemen in a landscape with hounds / beagle dogs. Titled under. Approx. 16 1/2" x 24"
Claydon Auctioneers
Dec. 04, 2020
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814 - 1882)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
HARRY HALL (BRITISH 1814 - 1882) A bay racehorse in a loosebox signed and dated Harry Hall / 18** (lower right) oil on canvas 48 x 61 cm (19 x 24 in) Harry Hall was an English equestrian painter, whose works were in demand by racehorse owners and was the foremost racehorse portraitist of his time. Hall was born in Cambridge, he first appeared as an artist at Tattersalls, working on a number of their publications, initially British Racehorses and The Sporting Review. He became the chief artist of The Field and produced a great volume of work, much of which was engraved. The Sporting Magazine published 114 plates by Hall. He also worked for The Illustrated London News.
Chiswick Auctions
Nov. 22, 2020
HARRY HALL - A TRAINER HOLDING A BAY RACEHORSE, JOCKEY UP AT NEWMARKET
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Harry Hall British, 1814-1882 A Trainer Holding a Bay Racehorse, Jockey Up at Newmarket Oil on canvas Signed & dated 1849 This piece, executed by the artist in 1849, is believed to be a portrait of Mr. B. Green’s Flatcatcher, with trainer Henry Stebbing. Green’s winner, a Touchstone colt, was a formidable opponent on the track, taking the 2000 Guineas, the Dee Stakes at Chester, and the St. Leger Stakes at Liverpool as a 3-year-old. After he returned the following year to win the Port Stakes, Newmarket, and the Queen’s Plates at Chester and Shrewsbury, a portrait of the racer and his trainer was presumably commissioned to commemorate his achievements on the turf.
The Sporting Art Auction
Oct. 01, 2020
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882)
Est: £8,000 - £12,000
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) William Pigott (1804-1875) mounted on his hunter with his dog in a landscape signed lower right 'Harry Hall / Pinxt 1843' oil on canvas 89.5 x 69cm Footnote: The sitter by his marriage to the heiress of both, was owner of the Denston and Dullingham estates.
Cheffins
Oct. 01, 2020
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) A Dark bay racehorse oil on canvas 42 x 52cm Footnote: Provenance: Presumably acquired by John (1811-1908) or Algernon Dunn Gardner (1853-1929) and thence by descent
Cheffins
Oct. 01, 2020
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
Attributed to Harry Hall (British, 1814-1882) Voltigeur racing with Job Marson up in the colours of the Marquess of Zetland inscribed lower centre 'Voltigeur / 1850' oil on canvas 54.5 x 75cm Footnote: Provenance: According to a label on the reverse, Sir Cuthbert [Eley] Quilter, 1st Bt (1841-1911) by whom given to Algernon Dunn Gardner (1853-1929) on 23rd January 1912 Voltigeur won for the Marquess of Zetland in 1850, the 2000 Guineas, the Derby and the St Leger and the present picture was no doubt painted to record the winning of the Triple Crown, which since the first 2000 Guineas race of 1809, only fifteen horses have achieved, including the great Nijinsky.
Cheffins
Feb. 11, 2020
Harry (Henry) Hall (British, 1815-1882)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Harry (Henry) Hall (British, 1815-1882) Untitled (Horse) oil on panel signed H. Hall (lower right) 4 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches (sight).
Hindman
Nov. 27, 2019
HARRY HALL (BRITISH, C. 1813-1882) CLOSE FINISH - YORK 1851
Est: £400 - £600
signed lower left "H Hall" oil on canvas (Dimensions: 36 x 49 cm) (36 x 49 cm) Footnote: Provenance: Moulton Grange, Pitsford, Northamptonshire The present painting depicts one of the best races of the 19th Century. Both horses were winners of the Derby and St Leger and neither horse had ever been beaten. Voltigeur belonged to the Marquis of Zetland (white, red spots and scarlet cap) and The Dutchman to Lord Eglinton (tartan, yellow sleeves and cap). The general view was that the four year old, The Flying Dutchman, was the better horse, given that Voltigeur had run a dead heat for the St Leger only two days before, and had to then race again with Russborough later that afternoon. However, by repute, Marlow, the jockey on The Dutchman, had drunk too much before the race and rode his horse foolishly by trying to run Voltigeur into the ground by setting a furious pace. In the end, Voltigeur, ridden by Flatman, won by half a length. No-one was satisfied that they really knew which horse was best and the owners agreed to match them again at York the following May. The Dutchman, now giving 8.5 lbs, won by a length after the betting between them had been even. We are grateful to David Oldrey for his assistance with the catalogue entry. Condition report: Oil on canvas which is unlined. There is a small puncture to the canvas in the upper right corner, The canvas tension is slack which has led to stretcher bar marks forming. Debris is trapped between the lower stretcher bar and canvas causing deformations. There are numerous scratches and small losses to the paint layer caused by impact, but overall the painting is stable. The varnish is dull and yellowed. The frame has losses to the moulding along the lower edge
Cheffins