By Richard Stone Reeves
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Richard Stone Reeves' "Secretariat" Limited Edition Print Signed by Ron Turcotte, 1973
Richard Stone Reeves' "Secretariat" Limited Edition Print Signed by Ron Turcotte, 1973. Published during the year of Secretariat's historic Triple Crown triumph, this exceptional limited edition commemorates one of the greatest Thoroughbreds in racing history through the masterful hand of celebrated American sporting artist Richard Stone Reeves (1919–2005). Revered as America's foremost equine portraitist, Reeves was commissioned by many of the nation's leading breeders, owners, and racing institutions, and his paintings are distinguished by their remarkable anatomical precision, luminous landscapes, and dignified portrayals of champion racehorses.
This authorized 1973 edition, published by the Newmarket Gallery of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Richard Stone Reeves of Cresskill, New Jersey, is numbered 775 of only 850 impressions. The print bears a pencil signature by Richard Stone Reeves and an additional pencil signature by Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte, whose legendary partnership with Secretariat culminated in the horse's record-shattering victories in the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes.
The image depicts Secretariat standing proudly in profile within a sweeping Kentucky pasture beneath expansive summer skies, emphasizing the colt's extraordinary balance, muscularity, and unmistakable chestnut coat with three white stockings. Below the principal portrait are two finely rendered commemorative vignettes: one illustrating Secretariat in full stride wearing Meadow Stable's iconic blue-and-white checkered racing silks, and the other portraying Ron Turcotte in matching colors.
The print includes the following historical inscriptions:
Published in 1973 by the Newmarket Gallery of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, and Mr. Richard Stone Reeves of Cresskill, New Jersey. Copyright in all countries. Printed in U.S.A.
Edition: 775/850
SECRETARIAT
Foaled 1970 by Bold Ruler—Somethingroyal, by Princequillo
Breeder: Meadow Stud (Virginia)
Owner: Meadow Stable
Trainer: Lucien Laurin
Jockey: Ron Turcotte
Horse of the Year 1972 and 1973
Winner of Triple Crown (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Belmont Stakes) 1973
Within the image appears the artist's painted signature, "Richard Stone Reeves '73," along with the printed title "SECRETARIAT."
A superb collector's piece that bridges the worlds of American sporting art and Thoroughbred racing history, this limited edition commemorates the horse widely regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all time. Its association with both Richard Stone Reeves and Ron Turcotte makes it particularly appealing to collectors of equestrian art, horse racing memorabilia...
Category
20th Century American Sporting Art Wall Decorations
MaterialsGlass, Wood, Paper