Lee Quarter Collection

The spectacular 15 Metre Vanity sailing in a good wind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The spectacular 15 Metre Vanity sailing in a good wind, 1912. Vanity was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1909

The ketch Lady Camilla under sail, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Lady Camilla under sail, 1912. Lady Camilla, originally called Nyria, was designed as a cutter by Charles E. Nicholson and built in 1906. In 1912, under the ownership of Mr H

The 36 ft Edie II running downwind. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 36 ft Edie II running downwind

The ketch Corinda under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Corinda under sail

The 6 Metre sloop Euterpe. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sloop Euterpe

Ketch under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Ketch under sail

The 7 Metre class yacht Ithman, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre class yacht Ithman, 1911

Group of 15 Metres racing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 15 Metres racing close-hauled, 1913

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

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

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

The 6 Metre class The Whim sailing upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class The Whim sailing upwind, 1911

The 6 Metre class Ejnar sailing downwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Ejnar sailing downwind, 1911

The 6 Metre class The Whim (L6) sailing downwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class The Whim (L6) sailing downwind, 1911

Yacht Coquette RMYC, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Yacht Coquette RMYC, 1922

The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Reg, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Reg, 1922

The 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, heeling on windward leg, 1913. Creator
The 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, heeling on windward leg, 1913. Paula III was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913

The 8 Metre Garraveen, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Garraveen, reaching, 1914. Garraveen was designed by Morgan Giles and constructed by Nicholson & Pulton, Southhampton in 1914

The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling with tender, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling with tender, 1921

12 Metre class sailing yacht heeling over in windy conditions on upwind leg, 1938

A group of 12 Metres sailing yachts racing on windward leg in good wind, 1933. Creator
A group of 12 Metres sailing yachts including Morwenna and Veronica racing on windward leg in good wind, 1933

The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913

Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911

The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922

The International 10 Metre class sailing yacht Pampero, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The International 10 Metre class sailing yacht Pampero, 1913. Pampero was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1912

The 18-foot keelboats Vanity (K5) and Asphodel (K4) racing, 1922. Creator
The 18-foot keelboats Vanity (K5) and Asphodel (K4) racing, 1922

The 6 Metre Jonquil, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Jonquil, 1912

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

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

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

The 15 Metre Paula III sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre Paula III sailing close-hauled, 1913. Paula III was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913. It was fitted with the innovative Marconi topmast which Nicholson also used

The 6 Metre class Sheila (US4) sailing upwind, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Sheila (US4) sailing upwind, 1921

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

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Victoria (K5), 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Victoria (K5), 1921

Yawl under way, 1911

Sioma and Ejnar race downwind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Sioma and Ejnar race downwind, 1912

A 15 Metre yacht sailing close-hauled in a good breeze, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A 15 Metre yacht sailing close-hauled in a good breeze, 1911

The schooner Flying Foam sailing close-hauled in a good wind, 1910. Creator
The schooner Flying Foam sailing close-hauled in a good wind, 1910

The 6-metre Wamba II and Lanka sailing on a reach, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6-metre Wamba II and Lanka sailing on a reach, 1914

The 19-metre Octavia sailing on a broad reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre Octavia sailing on a broad reach, 1911. Octavia was designed by Alfred Mylne and launched in 1911. Its one of the four British built, 19-metre class yachts

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"Capturing the Grace and Power of Lee Quarter: A Glimpse into Kirk & Sons' Masterpieces" Step back in time to 1912, as the majestic ketch Lady Camilla gracefully cuts through the waves, her sails billowing with a sense of freedom. Crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, this masterpiece showcases their unrivaled craftsmanship. In another breathtaking display, we witness the 36 ft Edie II effortlessly gliding downwind. The expertise of Kirk & Sons shines through once again, as every detail is meticulously crafted to perfection. The ketch Corinda takes center stage next, proudly displaying her elegant silhouette against the vast expanse of blue. Created by Kirk & Sons, she embodies both strength and beauty in perfect harmony. As we shift our gaze towards the 6 Metre sloop Euterpe, it becomes clear that Kirk & Sons have mastered their craft across various classes. This vessel stands tall as a testament to their unwavering dedication and skill. A captivating sight unfolds before us - a ketch under sail commands attention with its sheer presence on the water. Another creation from Kirk & Sons leaves us in awe of their ability to bring dreams to life upon these magnificent vessels. The 7 Metre class yacht Ithman races forward with an exhilarating energy that only adds to its allure. Crafted by none other than Kirk & Sons themselves, it represents innovation and excellence at its finest. Witnessing a group of 15 Metres racing close-hauled transports us back to an era where competition was fierce and passion ran deep within sailors' veins. Thanks to Kirk & Sons' artistry behind each vessel's design and construction process, these races were truly unforgettable spectacles. Cowes comes alive once more as international 6 Metres class yachts engage in thrilling battles on open waters. With every maneuver expertly executed by these masterpieces from Kirk & Sons, the spirit of competition soars to new heights.