David Dalby of York British, 1794-1836
York races: A sweepstake of 20 gns, 17 May, 1819
signed 'Dalby Pinx' (lower right) and inscribed with the names of the horses
oil on canvas
18 x 35 in. (45.7 x 89 cm)
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Provenance
Bears Christie's stamp on the reverse.
This race on 17th May 1819 took place at York racecourse over 2 miles, and was titled 'A sweepstake of 20 gns each'. The race was won by a previously unnamed grey colt owned by Mr T.O. Powlett (subsequently named 'The Marshall'). In second place was the famous horse 'Blacklock' in the owner Mr Watts' harlequin coloured racing silks. Blacklock had an extensive racing history. especially in Yorkshire, as well as going on to become a successful stallion at stud, the line of which still survives today. In third place was Ranter followed by Torchbearer, Cardenio, King Corney and Caroline in last place.