The priceless collection includes a fresh batch of Secretariat paintings by Lisa Palombo, hand-signed images of the racehorse by Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte and Secretariat owner Penny Chenery, dubbed "the First Lady of Racing."
There will be a display and a store with historical artifacts and memorabilia from the Secretariat/Meadow Stables Archives.
The exclusive display launches at the gallery on Friday, August 5, 2022, from 7 to 9 p.m., with an opening champagne event that features appearances and book signings by:
Lisa Palombo, a modern American impressionist
Steve Haskin, a legendary horse racing journalist
Leonard Lusky, the CEO of Secretariat.com, and
Alyson Stryker, gallery manager of Spa Fine Art, stated, "We're happy to showcase such an extraordinary collection and body of artwork by Lisa Palombo, honoring the famous Secretariat and his record of excellence. We're honored to have represented horse artist Lisa Palombo for over a decade. Her reputation and fan base continue to expand on a global scale.
Secretariat is the most famous name in Thoroughbred racing and is regarded as the finest racehorse of all time. After winning the Triple Crown in 1973, "Big Red," as he is more well known, became known as America's Horse. He won the Belmont Stakes in a record time and is now regarded as one of the best horse racing performances in history.
"Most people know Secretariat from his epic Triple Crown campaign, but many forget that Big Red's most memorable moments came at Saratoga, both 2 and 3," said Steve Haskin. His old Secretariat images will also be exhibited during the event. The legend began in this place over 27 days.
The talented artist Lisa Palombo has made Big Red one of her favorite subjects and depicted him from every angle, from his magnificent stride and powerful shoulders to his alert eyes peering through his blinkers in classic headshots drawing off to his five-length victory in the Hopeful Stakes. Secretariat returns to Saratoga in a dazzling display of color.
Bright color splashes animate all of these and her other works, enhancing Secretariat's commanding presence. As a change of pace, there is a close-up black and white photograph of Big Red and exercise rider Charlie Davis on the track approaching you. Secretariat is blinker-free, revealing his beautiful face and recognized markings, giving you the impression that you are there.
A renowned Contemporary American Impressionist, Lisa Palombo is renowned for her expressive brushstrokes and unafraid use of color. Her paintings of horses, polo players, and horse races are extraordinarily exquisite and perfectly capture these beautiful beasts' grace, motion, and thunder.
At nine, Lisa enrolled in a rigorous art program while spending the summers at the esteemed Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). She subsequently received an honors degree from RISD and has painted professionally for more than 30 years. Her breathtaking works of art are displayed on private and business collections walls worldwide.
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