Peytona and Fashion: In Their Great Match for $20,000. Over the Union Course L.I. May 13th. 1845, Won by Peytona. Time 7:39 3/4, 7:45 1/4

after Charles Severin

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a historic horse race event. The image captures a horse race between two horses, identified as Peytona and Fashion, in front of a cheering crowd. The action happens at the forefront, where two horses race along a dirt track. The riders on the horses are focused on the race, each dressed colorfully. The crowd lines the track, with many spectators looking on excitedly. In the background, various buildings and a carriage add to the scene. The painting likely commemorates a race held on May 13, 1845, as noted in the scripted details at the bottom of the image. This is in the style of 19th-century American lithography, capturing events in vibrant scenes.