Henry Constable, British flat racing jockey
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Henry Constable, British flat racing jockey
Henry (Harry) Constable (1854-1881), British flat racing jockey.
circa 1881
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1881 Constable Flat Harry Horseracing Jockey
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This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and determination of Henry Constable, a renowned British flat racing jockey of the late Victorian era. Born in 1854, Constable quickly rose through the ranks of horse racing, gaining a reputation for his skillful riding and daring tactics. By the 1880s, he had become one of the most successful jockeys of his time. In this image, Constable is shown in the prime of his career, dressed in the traditional jockey attire of the period. The high-collared silk shirt, waistcoat, and breeches are adorned with the colors of his sponsor or owner. The iconic jockey cap, with its distinctive peak and narrow brim, sits low on his forehead, shielding his eyes from the sun and the wind. The expression on his face is one of intense concentration, as if he is already in the midst of a race, feeling the power of the horse beneath him. The horse in the photograph, its muscular body glistening with sweat, seems to mirror the jockey's readiness for the challenge ahead. The background of the image is blurred, drawing the viewer's attention to the dynamic interplay between man and beast. The photograph captures a moment of stillness before the chaos of the race, a moment of quiet intensity that speaks to the raw power and excitement of flat racing in the Victorian era. Henry Constable's career was tragically cut short when he was killed in a racing accident in 1881, at the age of just 27. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of his skill and dedication to the sport he loved so much.
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