A Finish at Saratoga

A Finish at Saratoga

Horse racing

These images depict the finish of a race at Saratoga Race Course. A large group of men, mostly in shirtsleeves and vests, line the fence watching the finish line closely. The finish line itself can be seen drawn in white on the track. Four horses are competing, all in tight and focused on the finish line. The track is lined with fencing to keep all safe. In the infield is a horse and buggy with driver. Another man stands off to the side. Barns on the backstretch can be seen in the distance. It is unknown what the purpose of the tall structure is. Several men are standing near it and a small, squat building. A young boy stands in the forefront, taking the whole scene in. Written in the border is: Popular Series; 588. "A Finish at Saratoga."

Unknown Artist

Robert Joki Stereoscopic Collection

Saratoga Springs Public Library

c. 1870-1890

Item is in the Public Domain.

Robert Joki Papers

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English

Photograph

RJ0908

Photograph

7 X 3.5 in. (17.5 X 8.5 cm)

Recreation & Sports

Stereographs