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'Orville' was bred by Earl Fitzwilliam and won the St Leger in 1802. In 1804 he won a 4 mile race and a 2 mile race on the same day. He was sold to HRH The Prince of Wales. He won 17 more races before retiring at the age of 12. He won £13,490.00 over his career. He stood at Mr Kirby’s stud in Walmgate covering 50 mares a year at 20 guineas each.
Merchant Adventurers’ Hall
York
Title
'Orville'
Date
1812
Measurements
H 45 x W 61 cm
Accession number
YORMA 539_1
Acquisition method
acquired, 1998
Work type
Merchant Adventurers’ Hall
Fossgate, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9XD England
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