10 Metre Collection

Cremona crashes through wave, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6-metre Cremona crashes through wave, 1913

Trivia, a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Trivia, a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1939. Trivia was designed by Charles Nicholson for Vernon W. MacAndrew. She achieved first in her class in 1937, her first season

The 6 Metre Womba II running downwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Womba II running downwind, 1913

Stella sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Stella sailing close-hauled, 1914

The 6 Metre class Lanka, Wamba and Stella racing on reaching leg, 1914

Wamba II running downwind under spinnaker, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wamba II running downwind under spinnaker, 1914

The 6 Metre Stella, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Stella, 1914

The 6 Metre Vanda sailing broad reach, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Vanda sailing broad reach, 1913

The 7 Metre Ancora (K3) sailing under spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Ancora (K3) sailing under spinnaker, 1913. Ancora went on to win gold medal in the 1920 Antwerp Olympics

The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita, 1913. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and Mariquita by William Fife III. Mariquita is the only surviving 19-metre of the six that were built

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Ireland, North, Belfast, Donegall Quay, The Big Fish Sculpture by John Kindness. The scales of the fish are pieces of printed blue tiles with details of Belfasts history

The 6 Metre Cremona moored with flags, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Cremona moored with flags, 1913

The 6 Metre Cheetal (L21) sailing upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Cheetal (L21) sailing upwind, 1911

The gaff rigged 8 Metre Spero sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The gaff rigged 8 Metre Spero sailing with spinnaker, 1912

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Ireland, North, Belfast, Donegall Quay, The Big Fish Sculpture by John Kindness. The scales of the fish are pieces of printed blue tiles with details of Belfasts history

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Neerlandia VI (L63), 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Neerlandia VI (L63), 1913

Day out for the 8 Metre class saing yacht Windflower (H3), 1911
Day out for the 8 Metre class saing yacht Windflower (H3) shown towing tender, 1911

The 8 Metre class Norman (H1) running downwind in a good breeze, 1911. Creator
The 8 Metre class Norman (H1) running downwind in a good breeze, 1911

Anitra dressed with flags, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Anitra dressed with flags, 1912

The 6 Metre sailing yach t Pichin (L65), 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yach t Pichin (L65), 1913

Start of One Ton Cup Race, Stokes Bay, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of One Ton Cup Race, Stokes Bay, 1913. The 1913 Cup was won by Britain in Cremona of the Royal Thames Yacht Club. Cremona was designed by Morgan Giles

The 8 Metre class Norman running in a good breeze, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class Norman running in a good breeze, 1911

The 6 Metre yachts The Whim (L6) and Cingalee rounding mark, 1911. Creator
The 6 Metre yachts The Whim (L6) and Cingalee rounding mark, 1911

The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

Light winds for the 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator
Light winds for the 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

The 6 Metre Class The Whim helmed by C. Rivett-Carmac Esq. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Class The Whim helmed by C. Rivett-Carmac Esq

International 6 Metres class racing at Cowes. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
International 6 Metres class racing at Cowes

The 7 Metre sailing yacht Pinaster (K8), 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre sailing yacht Pinaster (K8) helmed by Captain R. Sloane Stanley, 1913

A group of 6 metre boats racing downwind, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A group of 6 metre boats racing downwind, 1931

The 6 Metre Class Jonquil (L5) helmed by Capt R J Dixon. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Class Jonquil (L5) helmed by Capt R J Dixon. This boat has not yet been beaten in her class. 1st prize

Norman (H1), an early 8 Metre class yacht sailing downwind, 1911

Mrs GA Shenley at the helm of the 8 Metre class Spero (H8). Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Mrs GA Shenley at the helm of the 8 Metre class Spero (H8)

The 6 Metre Class Sioma (L19) helmed by A Maudsley Esq. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Class Sioma (L19) helmed by A Maudsley Esq

Mrs GA Shenley at the helm of the 8 Metre class sailing yacht Spero (H8). Creator
Mrs GA Shenley at the helm of the 8 Metre class sailing yacht Spero (H8)

The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail. Ginerva was designed by Alfred Mylne

6 Metre Class Jonquil (L5) with Captain R J Dixon at the helm

The 8 Metre Class The Truant (H12) sailing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Class The Truant (H12) sailing close-hauled as row boat looks on

Snowdrop sailing under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Snowdrop sailing under spinnaker, 1911

The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail, 1911. Ginerva was designed by Alfred Mylne

The 6 Metre Correnzia close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Correnzia close-hauled, 1911. Correnzia, launched in 1909, was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in Scotland by McAllister of Dumbarton

The 6 Metres boats Snowdrop, The Whim, Cheetal and Ejnar racing downwind

Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1911

The 6 Metres boats Cheetal, The Whim and Ejnar racing downwind. Creator
The 6 Metres boats Cheetal, The Whim and Ejnar racing downwind

The 6 Metre Correnzia and Snowdrop heading downwind in breezy conditions, 1911

Windy conditions for the 6 Metre yacht Snowdrop, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Windy conditions for the 6 Metre yacht Snowdrop, 1911

The 19-metre cutter Norada sails close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre cutter Norada sails close-hauled, viewed from lee quarter, 1911. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched 1911

The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail with prize flags, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Ginerva (K7) under sail with prize flags, 1912. Ginerva was designed by Alfred Mylne

Le Jade, a gaff rigged 8 Metre class yacht sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator
Le Jade, a gaff rigged 8 Metre class yacht sailing close-hauled, 1912

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"Capturing the Majesty of the 10 Metre Class Yachts: A Glimpse into Sailing History" Step back in time and witness the exhilarating moments when these magnificent 10 Metre class yachts ruled the waves. From Cremona crashing through a wave in 1913 to Garraveen sailing close-hauled in 1914, Kirk & Sons of Cowes immortalized these breathtaking scenes. Intriguing trivia awaits as we delve deeper into this captivating world. Did you know that a 12 Metre class yacht sailed close-hauled in 1939? Kirk & Sons of Cowes were there to capture every thrilling moment, showcasing their unrivaled craftsmanship. The Womba II takes center stage as it gracefully runs downwind in 1913, leaving spectators awestruck. Meanwhile, Stella showcases its prowess by skillfully navigating close-hauled waters in that same year. Witnessing history unfold before your eyes is truly remarkable. In an intense race on a reaching leg, Lanka, Wamba, and Stella compete fiercely for victory in 1914. The excitement continues as Wamba II glides effortlessly under its spinnaker during another race that same year. Marvel at the beauty of each vessel as they sail through time - from Vanda elegantly embracing a broad reach in 1913 to Ancora (K3) proudly displaying its spinnaker sails also in that year. Immerse yourself further into this enchanting era with images capturing Cremona moored with flags fluttering proudly above her decks. And let's not forget about Garraveen (H7), commanding attention while sailing close-hauled amidst tumultuous seas. These snapshots offer glimpses into a bygone era where elegance met adventure on the open water. Let us cherish these timeless photographs brought to life by Kirk & Sons of Cowes – true masters of their craft.