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FREDERICK JAMES ARCHER (1857 - 1886). Phenomenally successful jockey from the 1860s to the 1880s. Committed suicide after death of his wife, and owing to ill- health through excessive diet. Date: c.1880

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Fred Archer, born in 1857, was a phenomena in the world of horse racing during the late 1800s. Known for his exceptional skill and determination, Archer quickly rose to fame as one of the most successful jockeys of his time. This portrait captures the intensity and focus of the young sportsman in the prime of his career. Archer's success in horse racing began in the 1860s and continued through the 1880s. He was a master of the track, with an uncanny ability to read horses and navigate the course with ease. His silks, adorned with the distinctive red and white stripes of his sponsor, were a familiar sight at races across the country. Despite his many victories and accolades, Archer's life was not without tragedy. In 1885, his beloved wife passed away, leaving him devastated. Combined with his already precarious health, which had been affected by his excessive diet and rigorous training regimen, Archer was unable to cope with the loss. On February 15, 1886, Fred Archer took his own life. The news of his death sent shockwaves through the racing community and beyond. Archer's tragic end served as a reminder of the human cost of the sport he had dedicated his life to. This evocative portrait of Fred Archer stands as a testament to his remarkable career and the indelible impact he left on the world of horse racing. With his intense gaze and determined posture, he continues to inspire generations of jockeys and sportsmen who have followed in his footsteps.

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