Colours Of Michael G. Phipps, Esq" by Henry Koehler (SOLD)
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Classic racing colours limited edition lithograph of M.G Phipps
Signed in pencil (LR)
Art Sz: 22"H x 16"W
Frame Sz: 31"H x 24"W
Michael Grace Phipps (January 10, 1910 – March 13, 1973) was an American businessman, champion polo player, owner/breeder of racehorses, and a philanthropist.
Several members of the Phipps family were involved in horse racing. Most notably from the same era as Michael Phipps was his brother Hubert, a cousin Ogden, as well as his uncle Henry Carnegie Phipps whose wife was a partner in the renowned Wheatley Stable. On the death of his father, Michaell Phipps purchased his stable of horses from the Estate. Some of the successful Thoroughbreds owned and raced by Michael Phipps were Raja Baba and Gentleman James.
Michael Phipps served on the board of directors of Hialeah Park Racetrack.