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Vintage Photograph of Painting of BOSTON (1833-1850) HOF American Racehorse
Vintage Photograph of Painting of BOSTON (1833-1850) HOF American Racehorse

Vintage Photograph of Painting of BOSTON (1833-1850) HOF American Racehorse

$ 37.98

Availability: 41 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Condition: Small chip at upper right corner; two light vertical creases at upper right border; otherwise solid and clean
  • Product: Photograph
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Sport: Horse Racing
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

    Description

    Photograph, likely taken in the early 1930s of an 1839 painting by E. Troye of Hall of Fame racehorse Boston. The photo  measures 9 5/8 x 7 3/4 inches. The reverse has inked notations regarding the painting and its ownership.
    Boston was one of the initial horses inducted into the United States Racing Hall of Fame. In 45 career races he finished first 40 times plus 2 places and a show. He was the Leading sire in North America in 1851, 1852 and 1853.
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    otograph came with a number of horse racing items that belonged to Walter S. Vosburgh, an original member of The Jockey Club, turf historian ( author of American Racing, 1866-1921 etc. ), official handicapper for various racing associations, including New York race tracks from 1894-1934 and for whom the Vosburgh Stakes at Belmont Park is named.
    Thank you.