Sailing Yacht Collection (page 7)

Group of racing Redwing keelboats, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of racing Redwing keelboats, 1922

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

Magnificent group of 1st Class Races: Shamrock V, White Heather and Candida, 1930

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

The 6 Metre class Mosquito sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Mosquito sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 6 Metre Class The Whim running downwind, 1912

Jonquil heeling on upwind course, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Jonquil heeling on upwind course, 1912

The 6 Metre class Sans-Souci sailing upwind. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Sans-Souci sailing upwind

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

The dismasted sailing yacht Clio is attended to by rescue boats, 1912. Creator
The dismasted 8 Metre sailing yacht Clio is attended to by rescue boats, 1912

Termagent (H9), an early 8 Metre class yacht sails downwind, 1911

The 7 Metre Anitra (K4) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Anitra (K4) sailing close-hauled, 1914

The 8 metre Garraveen (H7), sailing close-hauled, 1914 Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Garraveen (H7), sailing close-hauled, 1914. Garraveen was designed by Morgan Giles and constructed by Nicholson & Pulton, Southhampton in 1914

The International 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator
The International 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Pampero was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1912

Ventana (H11) an early 8 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1914. Creator
Ventana (H11) an early 8 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled, 1914

The 15 Metre sailng yachts Thanet and Cestrian race close-hauled, 1922. Creator
The 15 Metre sailng yachts Thanet and Cestrian race close-hauled, 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 6 Metre Ejnar breaking waves, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Ejnar breaking waves, 1912

The 8 Metre class sailing yacht Carron (K2), heeling upwind in a good breeze, 1934

The 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, 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 gaff rigged 15 Metre yacht Paula III sailing close-hauled, 1915. Creator
The gaff rigged 15 Metre yacht Paula III sailing close-hauled, 1915. Paula III was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913

The 15 Metre Istria sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre Istria sailing close-hauled, 1914. Istria, was designed by Charles Nicholson and originally owned by the architect Sir Charles Allom

Yarmouth One Designs racing, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Yarmouth One Designs racing, 1922. The Yarmouth One Design class was established at the Solent Yacht Club in 1910, on the instigation of Sir Arthur Cope, RA

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

The cutter racing yacht Terpsichore running downwind, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter racing yacht Terpsichore running downwind, 1922. Terpsichore was built in 1920 as a competitor to the Kings Britannia. It was later renamed Lulworth

The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) and Anitra (k4) racing downwind, 1912. Creator
The 7 Metre Marsinah (K1) and Anitra (k4) racing downwind, 1912

The 10 Metre class Eleda (F6) sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 10 Metre class Eleda (F6) sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad making good headway, 1933. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad making good headway, 1933. Cariad, named after the Welsh word for Sweetheart was built by Summers & Payne in Southampton for Lord Dunraven in 1896

The beautiful 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The beautiful 15 Metre class sailing yacht Paula III, 1913. Paula III was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1913

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

The Lady Anne sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Lady Anne sailing close-hauled, 1914. The Lady Anne a 15 Metre cutter designed by William Fife III was launched in 1912. The Lady Anne was restored in 1999 by Fairlie Restorations

The 8 Metre yacht Norman (H1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre yacht Norman (H1) sailing close-hauled, 1911

The 8 Metre sailing yacht Dilkusha setting spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre sailing yacht Dilkusha setting spinnaker, 1911

The 8 Metre class Termagent and Endrick, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class Termagent and Endrick racing under spinnaker, 1911

Start of the Kings Cup race, August 1908. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of the Kings Cup race, August 1908

The two early 8 Metre class Verbena and Termagent racing in a gentle wind, 1911

The 8 Metre Spero (H8) sailing upwind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Spero (H8) sailing upwind, 1912

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

The 6 Metre Stella, Vanda, Bubble, Wamba and Lanka racing downwind, 1914

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 heeling on upwind leg, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Jonquil heeling on upwind leg, 1912

The 7 Metre Nelta (K3) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Nelta (K3) sailing close-hauled, 1911

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

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

The 6 Metre Class The Whim sailing downwind, 1912

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"Capturing the Grace and Power of Sailing Yachts Through Time" The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda showcases its majestic presence as it sails close hauled in 1933, a true symbol of elegance on the open seas. Cremona crashes through a wave in 1913, crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, displaying their exceptional craftsmanship and ability to withstand the forces of nature. Witnessing an exhilarating race downwind, sailing yachts White Heather and Shamrock compete fiercely, showcasing both speed and agility on the water. Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV defies expectations without its topsail in 1914, demonstrating resilience and determination against all odds. The Yarmouth One Design Greywing takes to the waters in 1922 with Kirk & Sons' signature touch, embodying both beauty and functionality in perfect harmony. Trivia comes alive as a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled in 1939; an embodiment of precision engineering combined with sheer passion for sailing. Womba II races downwind with incredible speed in 1913; another masterpiece from Kirk & Sons that leaves spectators breathless with its performance on the waves. The schooner Meteor IV sets sail gracefully in 1912 under Kirk & Sons' expert craftsmanship – a testament to their unrivaled skill when it comes to building magnificent vessels. The cutter Shamrock beats upwind effortlessly thanks to Kirk & Sons' expertise; this vessel represents not only strength but also finesse while conquering challenging conditions at sea. Stella glides through the water close-hauled in 1914 – yet another remarkable creation by Kirk & Sons that combines artistry with functionality for an unforgettable sailing experience.