Henry Koehler's deep knowledge and almost hallowed respect for equine equipment, paraphernalia, rig, tackle, outfits, regalia, trappings and accessories shines through his twenty-five intimate and contemplative paintings in the National Sporting Library and Museum's exhibit opening Saturday, January 17th.

An elegant, articulate and sophisticated man, Koehler has easily moved through international sporting circles sketching and painting many of the major race courses and tracks, polo events and hunts in the U.S., England, France and Italy through his career.

He has touch on, not just equestrian pursuits but most of all the traditional turf and field sports in his work.

The eighty-seven year old artist has had over seventy solo museum and gallery exhibitions since his first since 1961 and may still be found at his easel. He will be at the National Sporting Museum on Saturday April 11, free Admission day to meet visitors who admire his work from noon to 1pm.