Shanky's Whip (Irish spirits), history includes a fun, mythical Irish jockey legend from the 1920s (Shanky) riding an ostrich after being banned from horse racing. The Legend of Shanky - A "Bad Boy" Jockey - He was a notorious, trend-bucking Irish jockey in the 1920s. The Ostrich Incident: After being banned from horse racing, he famously returned to the track with an ostrich pulling a cart, winning the race. This colorful and whimsical scarf depicts this legend - a piece of wearable art! Great colors of orange and light turquoise, double sided knits with duplicate patterns on both sides. Approximately 52-53” long, plus 3” of fringe at each end. Soft, warm, colorful and whimsical - and a great conversation piece! Like new condition.