Charming watercolour, heightened w/ bodycolour and gum arabic by Richard Deighton (British 1795-1880) depicting Admiral the Hon. Jenry John Rous (1795-1877) who held the position of public handicapper at the Jockey Club. His great friend was Mr George Payne (1803-1878) who himself was a popular figure of the turf, owned many horses, and gambled heavily
Provenance; Sotheby’s London ‘Racing Sale’ 13 Nov 1996
Art Sz: 7 7/8″H x 5 3/8″W
Frame Sz: 16″H x 13″W
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