Viceroy’s Cup won by Tan Boo Liat’s horse

Hamilton and Company1898

National Heritage Board, Singapore
Singapore, Singapore

Tan Boo Liat loved horse racing and owned a stable of horses. His horse Vanitas was the first from the Straits Settlements to win the prestigious Viceroy’s Cup in India in 1898.

The victory and the trophy form part of the play, Emily of Emerald Hill, by Stella Kon.

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Title: Viceroy’s Cup won by Tan Boo Liat’s horse
Creator: Hamilton and Company
Date Created: 1898
Location: Calcutta
Credit Line: Collection of Dr John Seow in memory of his father, Mr Seow Eu Jin

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