Lot Essay
Favonius, owned by Baron Meyer de Rothschild, was foaled in 1868 by Parmesan out of Zephyr. In 1871 he won the Derby and the Goodwood Cup.
Details
Harry Hall
Favonius, a Chestnut Hunter in a Loosebox
signed and dated 'H. Hall/1872'; oil on canvas
15¼ x 20¼in. (38.7 x 51.4cm.)
Favonius, a Chestnut Hunter in a Loosebox
signed and dated 'H. Hall/1872'; oil on canvas
15¼ x 20¼in. (38.7 x 51.4cm.)
Provenance
Given by the Earl of Rosebery, Mentmore to his Groom.