Horseracing Collection (page 56)

Sir Tatton Sykes, Winner of the St. Leger, from The Illustrated London News
XJF311256 Sir Tatton Sykes, Winner of the St. Leger, from The Illustrated London News, 26th September 1846 (engraving) by Herring Snr, John Frederick (1795-1865) (after); Private Collection; English

My Mary, winner of the Yorkshire Handicap at Doncaster, from The Illustrated
XJF311255 My Mary, winner of the Yorkshire Handicap at Doncaster, from The Illustrated London News, 4th October 1845 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

The Last Horse Race run before Charles the Second of Blessed Memory by Dorsett Ferry
XJF307382 The Last Horse Race run before Charles the Second of Blessed Memory by Dorsett Ferry, near Windsor Castle, August 24th 1684, 1687 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Barlow

Scene from the Steeplechase: The Fallen Jockey, 1866 (oil on canvas)
XOS779039 Scene from the Steeplechase: The Fallen Jockey, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 180x152 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

Steeplechasing: Three Riders galloping to right, mounted spectators in background
XYC294962 Steeplechasing: Three Riders galloping to right, mounted spectators in background (graphite & w/c on paper) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 26x36.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Lord Westminsters Cardinal Puff, with Sam Darling Up, Winning the Tradesmans Plate
XYC265054 Lord Westminsters Cardinal Puff, with Sam Darling Up, Winning the Tradesmans Plate, Chester, c.1839 (oil on canvas) by Tasker, William (1808-52); 49.5x75.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Poster of the Hippodrome de l Alma (colour litho)
XIR161386 Poster of the Hippodrome de l Alma (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Study of Three Steeplechase Cracks: Allen McDonough on Brunette, Tom Oliver on Discount
XYC159893 Study of Three Steeplechase Cracks: Allen McDonough on Brunette, Tom Oliver on Discount and Jem Mason on Lottery, or Three Racehorses with Jockeys Up (oil on canvas) by Herring Snr

Sir Charles Warre Malets String of Racehorses at Exercise (oil on canvas)
XYC159662 Sir Charles Warre Malets String of Racehorses at Exercise (oil on canvas) by Sartorius, Francis (1734-1804); 57.2x75.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

Epsom Races: The Race Over (oil on canvas)
XYC159658 Epsom Races: The Race Over (oil on canvas) by Pollard, James (1792-1867); 30.8x47.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Epsom Races: Preparing to Start (oil on canvas)
XYC159657 Epsom Races: Preparing to Start (oil on canvas) by Pollard, James (1792-1867); 30.8x47.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Epsom Races: The Betting Post (oil on canvas)
XYC159656 Epsom Races: The Betting Post (oil on canvas) by Pollard, James (1792-1867); 30.8x47.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

The Derby Pets: The Winner, 1842 (oil on canvas)
XYC159653 The Derby Pets: The Winner, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Pollard, James (1792-1867); 32.4x45.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

The Derby Pets: The Arrival, 1842 (oil on canvas)
XYC159652 The Derby Pets: The Arrival, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Pollard, James (1792-1867); 32.1x45.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

China - Shanghai - The Race Course - A Race in progress. Date: circa 1906

Shanghai, China - The Great Racecourse. Date: circa 1940s

Boulogne-sur-Mer Horseracing Track - France
The stands packed at the Boulogne-sur-Mer Horseracing Track - 14th July 1904. Officials on horseback and cameramen await the big race... Date: 1904

Sammy Loates
Samuel (" Sammy" or " Sam" ) Loates (1865 - 1932) - A British thoroughbred racehorse jockey from the famed Loates Family - his nickname at the time was Sammilotes

Joe Thompson - Bookmaker - late 19th century
Portrait by Phil May of Joseph (Joe) Thompson (18381909) The Leviathan - an Australian (although born in England) bookmaker and well-known figure in the racing (and other sports)

Two Racehorse Trainers share an in-joke
The Long Un - " I think I shall go an see my Osses To-Morrow." The Short Un - " Yes? Where do you keep em - Attenborough s

Racegoers - Mr Jo Leigh, J. Watt and Captain Mitchell
Mr Jo Leigh, J. Watt and Captain Mitchell - three well-known racing types in the 1890s standing around having a chat. Date: circa 1890s

Racing Illustrated - A doubtful starter - a seaside donkey is les than keen on taking a corpulent holidaymaker for a stroll across the sand... Date: circa 1903

Sandown Park. Town Guard the winner of the race with Archibald up. 15 July 1922
Sandown Park. " Town Guard " the winner of the race with Archibald up. 15 July 1922

Racing at Kempton Park. Watching the race for the Queens prize. 18 April 1927

Men carrying the totalisators from a Bedford truck at Hurst Park Racecourse in Molesey, Surrey. 29 April 1939

Men using a Bedford truck to set up the totalisators at Hurst Park Racecourse in Molesey, Surrey. 29 April 1939

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From the iconic Jim Pike and his legendary horse, Phar Lap, to the thrilling races at Saratoga Race Course in NY State, it has captivated hearts worldwide. Witness Desert Orchid's breathtaking leap during the Cheltenham Gold Cup race on that unforgettable day of March 15th, 1990. The excitement continues with a glimpse of Cartmel Races Poster enticing spectators to experience the thrill firsthand. Derby Day - an event where Olympians collide in a battle for glory, as depicted by Cecil Aldin's masterpiece 'The Derby 1923'. Ascot takes center stage on Tatler's front cover in 1955, showcasing the elegance and grandeur surrounding horse racing. Red Rum steals our hearts once again after triumphing at the prestigious Grand National in April 1977, celebrated with a joyous reception. With every jump over fences and full stretch gallop towards victory, Red Rum solidifies his place in racing history. Hon Dorothy Paget graces us with her presence alongside her beloved Golden Miller – a testament to the bond between jockey and horse. Howard K Elcock captures the electrifying atmosphere 'on the rails' at Goodwood Racecourse – where anticipation fills every corner. Finally, Bechers Ghost haunts our memories as we recall those daring moments at the Grand National that leave us breathless yet hungry for more horseracing adventures.