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Fine Art Print : A group of 6 metre boats racing downwind, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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A group of 6 metre boats racing downwind, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A group of 6 metre boats racing downwind, 1931
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Media ID 15515298
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite fine art print from Kirk & Sons of Cowes, featuring a captivating scene of six 6-metre boats skillfully navigating the waves as they race downwind in 1931. This vintage photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you back in time to an era of grace and elegance on the water. Add a touch of nautical history to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.4cm (20" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the thrilling sight of a group of 6 metre boats racing downwind in 1931. The creator, Kirk & Sons of Cowes, skillfully immortalized this exhilarating moment on the water. As these elegant sailboats gracefully glide through the waves, their Bermuda rigs catch the light wind with precision and finesse. The image transports us back to a bygone era when sailing was not just a sport but an art form. The boats' sleek designs and impeccable craftsmanship showcase the mastery of Arthur Henry Kirk and his son Edgar WP Kirk. Located off England's Isle of Wight, Cowes served as the perfect backdrop for this intense competition. In this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost feel the excitement emanating from both sailors and spectators alike. The race is fierce yet friendly, showcasing camaraderie among competitors driven by their shared passion for yachting. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece, it reminds us of how sports have always united people across countries and centuries. It symbolizes our eternal fascination with water transport and highlights how sailing has evolved over time while still maintaining its timeless allure. With every detail meticulously captured by William Umpleby Kirk's lens, this print serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of these magnificent vessels that continue to inspire generations even today.
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