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Papyrus, Derby winner 1923
Mr B. Irish leads in his horse, Papyrus with jockey Steve Donoghue up, following its win in the 1923 Derby at Epsom. For Donoghue it was a third successive win in the race. Date: June 1923
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Derby Donoghue Epsom Jockey Papyrus Steve Winner 1923
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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In this historic photograph, the triumphant moment of the 1923 Epsom Derby is captured as jockey Steve Donoghue leads his victorious horse, Papyrus, back to the winner's enclosure. The scene is set against the backdrop of the iconic grandstand, filled with the elated cheers and applause of the thousands of spectators who had gathered to witness the prestigious horse race. Papyrus, a magnificent chestnut-bay Thoroughbred, had outpaced the competition with an impressive display of speed and agility, securing the coveted first place for his proud owner, Mr. B. Irish. For Donoghue, this was an unprecedented achievement - his third consecutive win in the Derby, a feat that would go down in racing history. The air is thick with excitement and anticipation as the jubilant crowd surges forward, eager to catch a glimpse of the winning horse and its jubilant rider. Donoghue, dressed in his traditional silks and helmet, beams with pride and satisfaction, his arms raised in victory as he steers Papyrus through the throngs of people. The sun casts a warm glow over the verdant track, illuminating the triumphant scene and etching it indelibly into the annals of horse racing history. This moment, frozen in time, stands as a testament to the enduring allure and thrill of the sport, and the indomitable spirit of the human-animal partnership that drives it.
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