Curated with the same commitment to provenance, authenticity, and quality that has defined Cross Gate Gallery for over 50 years, The Racing Memorabilia Auction offers collectors an unparalleled opportunity to own remarkable pieces of Thoroughbred racing history while celebrating the traditions and achievements that have shaped the Sport of Kings.
The auction will feature notable pieces and historic artifacts representing a myriad of racing’s most recognizable names, offering fans and collectors a deeply personal connection to some of the greatest horses and moments in the sport.
Highlights include the legendary Secretariat’s original exercise saddle from the personal collection of his Meadow Stable exercise rider Jim Gaffney; a custom display table featuring 1978 Triple Crown winner Affirmed's racing silks, horseshoes, and a lock of his tail from the private collection of owner Patrice Wolfson; several select training and race-worn artifacts from Hall of Fame champion Zenyatta, including her career-worn racing bridle, bit, and reins, iconic browband, halter, and Breeders’ Cup saddlecloths; 1964 Preakness Stakes winner’s trophy presented to Northern Dancer’s jockey Bill Hartack; and the original 1997 Kentucky Derby winning silks worn by Gary Stevens aboard Silver Charm, from the estate of owners Bob and Beverly Lewis.
The auction also features items originating from the personal collections of Hall of Fame jockeys including Braulio Baeza, Bill Hartack, and Chris McCarron and their associated mounts aboard Buckpasser, Dr, Fager, John Henry and more.
The inaugural Racing Memorabilia Auction will also have a philanthropic component with the sale of select items to benefit a number of equine-related causes and organizations including Breeders’ Cup Charities, Old Friends, and the Racetrack Chaplaincy of America.
The auction is scheduled to take place at Cross Gate Gallery’s downtown location at 431 Old Vine Street with both live and online bidding formats. Leading up to the event, and beginning this fall, the gallery will host a series of speaker’s events sharing the stories connected with featured auction items and the rich history of the horses and horsemen they represent. Gallery advance viewing and absentee proxy bidding will be available with more details and speaker schedule to be announced.
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