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Studio portrait of George V taken aboard HMY Victoria and Albert, c1935. Creator
Studio portrait of George V taken aboard HMY Victoria and Albert, c1935. King George V (1865-1936) in naval uniform, sitting against a curtain to have his photograph taken on board the royal yacht

The 19-metre class Mariquita sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre class Mariquita sailing close-hauled, 1911. Mariquita was designed by William Fife III and is today the only surviving 19-metre class yacht of the six that were built

The 18-foot keelboat Vanity (K5), 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 18-foot keelboat Vanity (K5), 1922

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

Mitcham launch, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Mitcham launch, 1911

The 6 Metre class Nurdug III sailing upwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Nurdug III sailing upwind, 1913

The sailing yacht The Truant, July 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre yacht The Truant sails close-hauled, July 1912. The Truant was built by William Fife in 1910 and was first owned by Sir Ralph Gore

The 7 Metre yacht Strathendrick (K5), 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre yacht Strathendrick (K5), 1914

The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1914

The 8 Metre Ierne (H17) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ierne (H17) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Designed by William Fife III and launched in 1914, Ierne was sold to Norway during the First World War

The 15 Metre class Pamela sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre class Pamela sailing close-hauled, 1913. Pamela, designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913, was fitted with the innovative Marconi topmast

The 15 Metre class Pamela sailing close to the wind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre class Pamela sailing close to the wind, 1913. Pamela, designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913, was fitted with the innovative Marconi topmast

The majestic 15 Metre class Pamela sailing with spinnaker, 1913. Pamela, designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913, was fitted with the innovative Marconi topmast

The 19-metres class Octavia, Norada, Corona & Mariquita racing at Cowes, 1911
The 19-metres class Octavia, Norada, Corona & Mariquita racing downwind at Cowes, 1911. These are the four British built 19-metre class yachts

The gaff rigged cutter Bloodhound sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1911. Creator
The gaff rigged cutter Bloodhound sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1911. The 40 ton cutter, Bloodhound was designed by William Fife and built in 1874

Gundred sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class Gundred sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 7 Metre Anitra sailing with a good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Anitra sailing with a good wind, 1911

The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl built by Luke & Co, 1911

The cutter Fantome towing tender, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Fantome towing tender, 1920

Ventana (H11), and early 8 Metre yacht, running downwind under spinnaker, 1913

The 12 Metre Ierne sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre Ierne sailing close-hauled, 1912. Ierne was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1911

The 6 Metre Cni sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Cni sailing close-hauled, 1921

A barquentine rigged ship, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A barquentine rigged ship, 1913

The 12 Metre racing yachts Vim and Tomahawk, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre racing yachts Vim and Tomahawk, 1939. Tomahawk was one of the large Twelves built just before the war. It was designed by Charles Nicholson and comissioned by the aviator Thomas Sopwith

The towering 10, 450 sq ft sail area of Shamrock IV, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The towering 10, 450 sq ft sail area of Shamrock IV, 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson. She was launched in June 1914

The 6 Metre international class Baccara (K9), 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre international class Baccara (K9), 1921

The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

Wolseley launch, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley launch, 1914. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

The 6 Metre class boat Jean (K16) sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class boat Jean (K16) sailing close-hauled, 1921

Schooner sailing, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Schooner sailing, 1912

The 12 Metre gaff rigged Cyra, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre gaff rigged Cyra, 1922. Cyra was designed by Alfred Mylne and built by Alexander Robertson in 1909

The 23 Metre Candida sailing close-hauled, 1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 23 Metre Candida sailing close-hauled, 1935. Candida was designed by Charles Nicholson for the banker Mr. Herman Andrae. She was launched in 1929

The auxiliary schooner Xarifa at anchor, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The auxiliary schooner Xarifa at anchor, 1912

The schooner Dwyn-Wen, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Dwyn-Wen, 1914. Dwyn-Wen was designed by Alexander Richardson and built at Philip & Sons, Dartmouth in 1906

The 23 Metre Candida (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 23 Metre Candida (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1935. Candida was designed by Charles Nicholson for the banker Mr. Herman Andrae. She was launched in 1929

The schooner Lamorna, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Lamorna, 1912

Ventana and The Truant racing upwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class sailing yachts Ventana and The Truant racing upwind, 1913

Christening Group for the Yugoslavian Bakar, J Samuel White and Co, Cowes, Isle of Wight, 1931
Christening Group for the Yugoslavian Bakar, J Samuel White and Co shipyard, Cowes, Isle of Wight, 10 Jan 1931

The Big Class White Heather II heeling in a good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Big Class White Heather II heeling in a good wind, 1911. White Heather II was a successful yacht designed by William Fife and won many races since her launch in 1907

The 7 Metre Nelta, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Nelta, 1911

The 6 Metre class Bubble, Wambat, Lanka, Stella and Vanda racing on the Solent, 1914

Gundred running downwind under spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class Gundred running downwind under spinnaker, 1913

The 6 Metre class Jean (K16) sailing in light winds, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Jean (K16) sailing in light winds, 1921

Westward (foreground) and the visiting Canadian schooner Bluenose, 1935. Creator
The schooners Westward (foreground) and the visiting Canadian racing and fishing schooner Bluenose, 1935

The schooner Prima Donna, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Prima Donna, 1914

The 250 ton schooner Germania sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1912. Creator
The 250 ton schooner Germania sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1912. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 6 Metre class Coral (17) and Fintra (20), 1936. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Coral (17) and Fintra (20) racing downwind, 1936

The 12 Metre bermuda rig sailing yacht Westra, 1936. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre bermuda rig sailing yacht Westra, 1936. Westra, designed by Charles Nicholson, was the winning yacht in 1934 when she won 15 out of 35 races. She came second in 1935 and 1936

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Cowes, a picturesque town located on the Isle of Wight, has long been synonymous with yachting and maritime history, and is here that the 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda gracefully sailed close hauled in 1933, showcasing the sheer elegance and power of these magnificent vessels. In Cowes, the sea becomes a stage for remarkable creations like the steam yacht Boadicea, anchored proudly amidst its surroundings. Crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, this masterpiece stands as a testament to their craftsmanship and attention to detail. Speaking of Kirk & Sons' brilliance, their creation Cremona crashes through waves in an awe-inspiring display from 1913. The sheer force behind this vessel leaves spectators breathless as they witness its raw power. But Cowes isn't just about sailing; it offers much more. With its charming multiviews capturing every nook and cranny of this idyllic town on the Isle of Wight, visitors are transported into a world where beauty knows no bounds. Yachting enthusiasts flock to Cowes year after year to indulge in their passion for sailing. The sight of sleek yachts gliding effortlessly across azure waters is nothing short of mesmerizing - a true paradise for those who seek adventure on the open seas. Even railway air services recognized Cowes' allure as depicted in their captivating poster that invites travelers to experience the magic firsthand. This enchanting place beckons all who wish to escape reality and immerse themselves in nautical wonders. The steam yacht Joyeuse takes us back in time to 1914 when Kirk & Sons once again showcased their mastery at creating vessels that exude both opulence and grandeur. Its presence evokes nostalgia for an era defined by sophistication and grace. Fast forward to 1939 when La Toquade drops anchor off Cowes - another marvel created by Kirk & Sons.