This equine art 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 are named. 

The piece measures 8 3/8" x 6" on paper. The artwork is by Henry Stull whose name is at the bottom left. Henry Stull (1851-1913) was a painter illustrator and cartoonist who specialized in painting thoroughbred racehorses. This piece would date from the late 1800s; likely 1870s-1880s. Stull honed his art by studying at a veterinary college to observe and perfect his work on anatomy and movement. This work is hand colored with detailed black patterns. We've tried to show photos that will exhibit whether it is ink work, a printing process, or both. Maggie B.B. is penciled at the bottom and on the reverse.

Maggie B.B. (1867-1889) was a good racer, but was most successful as a broodmare. She was the dam of three classic winners: Harold (1879 Preakness), Panique  (1884 Belmont ), and Iroquois ( 1881 English Derby and St. Leger). Her family line was still producing winners over 100 years after her death.

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