In this artwork, how is the History discussed?
The painting was exhibited in 1773. It was bought by Philip Yorke who became a fellow of the Royal Society and was the 2nd Earl of Hardwicke. The painting remained in the Earl's family until it was sold by the fifth Earl who was nicknamed "Champagne Charlie". Coincidentally Charles Yorke (the 5th Earl) was known for his spendthrift ways and Disraeli appointed him, at the request of the Prince of Wales, to the title of Master of the Buckhounds where he was his majesty's representative at Ascot. The painting was eventually bought by Benedict Nicolson (Wright's biographer)  who sold it via the Artfund into the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery.
Benedict Nicolson Royal Society Derby Museum and Art Gallery Philip Yorke Earl of Hardwicke Master of the Buckhounds Disraeli Derby fifth Earl