Mariquita Collection

Mariquita and Flowers; Mariquita en Flores, 1930 (oil on canvas)
824780 Mariquita and Flowers; Mariquita en Flores, 1930 (oil on canvas) by Ramos Martinez, Alfredo (1871-1946); 155x205 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mariquita and Flowers; Mariquita en Flores)

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

The 19-metre class Mariquita & Corona race downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Both yachts were designed by William Fife III

The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita racing close-hauled, 1913. Creator
The 19-metre class Norada & Mariquita racing close-hauled, 1913. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and Mariquita by William Fife III

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

The 19-metre class Mariquita (C1) & Corona (C3) running with spinnakers up, 1911. Both yachts were designed by William Fife III

The 19-metre class Norada, Wendula & Mariquita racing close-hauled, 1911

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 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

A run for the mark: the 19-metre class Octavia, Corona & Mariquita, 1912
A run for the mark: the British built 19-metre class Octavia, Corona & Mariquita race downwind, 1912

The 19-metre class Octavia (C2) & Mariquita racing close-hauled. Creator
The 19-metre class Octavia (C2) & Mariquita racing close-hauled. Octavia was designed by Alfred Mylne and Mariquita designed by William Fife

The 19-metres class Mariquita Corona & Octavia, racing at Cowes, 1911
The 19-metres class Octavia, Corona & Mariquita racing downwind at Cowes, 1911

The 19-metre Maraquita, Corona & Octavia racing downwind, 1912. Creator
The 19-metre class Maraquita, Corona & Octavia racing downwind in the Solent, 1912

A Good Start: The 19-metre class Norada, Wendula & Mariquita close-hauled, 1911
A Good Start:The 19-metre class Norada, Wendula (renamed Octavia ) & Mariquita close-hauled, 1911

Emilienne d Alecon Mariquita Follies-Bergere
Emilienne d Alecon and Mariquita of the Follies-Bergere, 1893. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (French, 1864-1901). Lithograph

Henri-Gabriel Ibels (French, 1867-1936), Emilienne d Alencon et Mariquita?, 1893, lithograph

YACHTS, 1890. The four foremost forty-foot yachts from the season of 1890: Minerva, Gossoon, Liris, and Mariquita. Line engraving, 1890

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"Mariquita: A Captivating Journey Through Art and Sailing" Mariquita, a name that evokes both the delicate beauty of flowers and the exhilarating world of sailing. In Mariquita en Flores, an enchanting oil painting from 1930, we are transported to a realm where nature's splendor intertwines with artistic expression. But Mariquita is not only confined to canvas; she also takes form in the majestic vessels that grace the open waters. The 19-metre class Mariquita & Corona race downwind under spinnaker in a breathtaking display of speed and skill. Their sails billow gracefully as they glide across the waves, leaving behind a trail of awe-inspired onlookers. In another scene captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, Norada & Mariquita engage in close-hauled racing. These magnificent boats showcase their agility and power as they navigate through challenging conditions, and is a testament to human ingenuity and determination. The allure extends beyond individual races; it becomes part of an enthralling narrative woven into history itself. The 19-metre class Octavia, Norada, Corona & Mariquita compete at Cowes in 1911—a spectacle that captivates spectators with its grandeur and excitement. As we delve deeper into this captivating journey through time, we witness moments frozen forever—like when Octavia (C2) & Mariquita race close-hauled or when Wendula joins Norada & Mariquita for an intense competition on the water. Through these snapshots captured by talented creators like Kirk & Sons of Cowes, we catch glimpses into a world where elegance meets adventure—a world where mariquitas dance among vibrant blooms while mighty ships conquer vast oceans. Whether it be on canvas or amidst wind-filled sails, one thing remains constant: the spirit embodied by "Mariquita.