Kirk Collection (page 21)

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

The steam yacht Cecilia, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Cecilia, 1912

The steam yacht Amazon under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Amazon under way. Amazon is a 102-foot (31 m) long screw schooner built in 1885 at the private Arrow Yard of Tankerville Chamberlayne in Southampton

The 15 Metre Hispania, Paula II & Mariska racing at Cowes, 1911. Creator
The 15 Metre Hispania, Paula II & Mariska beating upwind in a race at Cowes, 1911

The steam yacht Sardonyx at anchor, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Sardonyx at anchor, 1913

The 10 Metre class sailing yacht Irex, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 10 Metre class sailing yacht Irex, 1911. Irex was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1910

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The schooner Pampa. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Pampa

The steam yacht Ul under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Ul under way, 1911

Long wood panelled corridor on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Long wood panelled corridor on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The steam yacht Ul, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Ul, 1911

La Belle Sauvage, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
La Belle Sauvage, 1912. The 3 masted barquentine steel auxiliary steamer was built by Ramage & Ferguson, Leith and launched in 1894

Interior of main saloon on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Interior of main saloon on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The steam yacht Narcissus 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Narcissus 1911. Narcissus was built by Fairfield Shipbuilding & Engineering Co. Ltd and launched in 1904. In 1915 she was requisitioned by the Admiralty for use as an Auxiliary Patrol

End of corridor and bar on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
End of corridor and bar on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

A boudoir on steam ship Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A boudoir on steam ship Venetia, 1920

Interior of cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Interior of cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The yawl Joyce sailing in good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Joyce sailing in good wind, 1911

The owners cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The owners cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

Cabin on the steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cabin on the steam yacht Venetia, 1920

After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H. M. S. Victory in the background, May 1914
After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H.M.S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

Bloodhound at anchor with prize flags, 1909. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Bloodhound at anchor with prize flags, 1909. The 40 ton cutter, Bloodhound was designed by William Fife and built in 1874

Capt R J Dixon winning the 6 Metre race in Jonquil. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Capt R J Dixon winning the 6 Metre race in Jonquil

The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl, 1913

The 15 Metre cutter Ostara broad reaching, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Ostara broad reaching, 1912. Ostara, launched in 1909, was designed by Alfred Mylne

The 15 Metre cutter Ma oona sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Ma oona sailing close-hauled, 1914. Ma oona was designed by Alfred Mylne and built at McAlisters yard in Dumbarton in 1907

The 15 Metre cutter Paula II, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Paula II, 1911. Paula II was designed by Alfred Mylne and launched in 1910

Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1912. Istria, was designed by Charles Nicholson and originally owned by the architect Sir Charles Allom

Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent

The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent, where he won gold medal for Norway

The International 10 Metre class Irex (F1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator
The International 10 Metre class Irex (F1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Irex was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1910

The steam yacht Mirel under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Mirel under way, 1914

The 8 Metre sailing yacht Endrick sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Creator
The 8 Metre sailing yacht Endrick sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1911

The 8 Metre Endrick, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Endrick, 1911

The 21-ton schooner Diablesse leaving Cowes for America, 1922

The Hamble River Class Dot (No 2) sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Hamble River Class Dot (No 2) sailing close-hauled, 1921

Boats Polly, Jean and Victoria starting 6 Metre race, 1921

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

The cutter Vanity sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Vanity sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 6 Metre Montauk in light winds, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Montauk in light winds, 1921. Montauk was designed by the American yacht designer William Gardner

The yawl Wendur sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Wendur sailing close-hauled, 1913. Wendur was built by D & W Henderson & Co. Glasgow in 1883

The 6 Metre Bubble sailing upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Bubble sailing upwind, 1914

Hotel, (Isle of Wight?), c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Hotel, (Isle of Wight?), c1935

The 19-metre Wendula & Mariquita sail close-hauled, 1913
The 19-metre Wendula (renamed Octavia ) & Mariquita sail close-hauled, 1913. Mariquita was designed by William Fife III and Octavia by Alfred Mylne

HMS Hindustan, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
HMS Hindustan, 1911. HMS Hindustan was a King Edward VII-class pre-dreadnought battleship of the Royal Navy. Commissioned in mid 1905

The 12 Metre class Alachie, Cintra and Ierne racing at Cowes, 1911. Creator
The Fife built 12 Metre class Alachie, Cintra and Ierne racing at Cowes, 1911

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Kirk & Sons of Cowes: Masters of the Sea Step into the world & Sons, a legendary shipbuilding company that has left an indelible mark on maritime history. With their exceptional craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to perfection, they have created some of the most iconic vessels known to man. In 1933, the majestic 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda gracefully sailed close hauled, showcasing Kirk & Sons' unrivaled expertise in yacht construction. The sight of this magnificent vessel slicing through the waves was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Another masterpiece from their workshop was the steam yacht Boadicea, anchored majestically amidst tranquil waters. Every detail meticulously crafted by Kirk & Sons spoke volumes about their commitment to excellence. The year 1913 witnessed a breathtaking moment as Cremona crashed through a mighty wave. This powerful image captured by Kirk & Sons showcased not only their technical prowess but also their ability to capture raw emotion in every frame. Joyeuse, a steam yacht built in 1914 by Kirk & Sons exuded elegance and sophistication as it glided effortlessly across pristine waters. A testament to timeless beauty and impeccable design. La Toquade, a motor yacht launched in 1939 by Kirk & Sons stood proudly at anchor - its sleek lines and modern features reflecting an era defined by innovation and progress. Kirk & Sons were no strangers to thrilling races either; White Heather and Shamrock raced downwind with sheer determination etched on their sails. These yachts embodied speed, skill, and fierce competition - all brought together under one name: Kirk & Sons. Their legacy extended beyond England's shores when RMS Olympic suffered a devastating collision with HMS Hawke in the Solent in 1911. The hole torn in her hull served as a stark reminder that even great ships could face unexpected challenges at sea.