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THBW. Smithson Broadhead, Sketch of the Race Horse, Tom Fool
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Asheville, NC 28805
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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- Lot Description
(New York/British, 1888-1960)
Tom Fool with Trainer, John Gaver, blanket with monogram for owners John Hay Whitney and Joan Whitney (Payson), signed lower right with monogram "W.S.B", oil sketch on "Bone Board artist board, 12 x 9 in.; painted wood frame, 12-7/8 x 16 x 2 in.
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection
Note: Tom Fool, active 1951-1953, was bred in Kentucky by Duval A. Headley. Owned by Greentree Stable and trained by John M. Gaver, he was a champion juvenile before dominating the sport two years later becoming Horse of the Year in 1953. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1960.
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Private Virginia Collection
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surface dirt； frame with flaking Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
