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A group of 15-metre class yachts: Pamela, Maudrey, Paula III & Istria, 1913
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A group of 15-metre class yachts: Pamela, Maudrey, Paula III & Istria, 1913
A group of 15-metre class yachts beating upwind: Pamela, Maudrey, Paula III & Istria, 1913. A total of twenty 15-metre yachts were built between 1907 and 1917
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15 Metre Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Charles Ernest Charles Ernest Nicholson Cowes Cutter Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Fife Gaff Rig Isle Of Wight Istria Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Nicholson Pamela Race Racing Sailing Yacht William Fife William Fife Iii William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht
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Capturing the Elegance of 15-Metre Class Yachts in a Historic Race, Cowes, 1913". This print takes us back to the early 20th century, offering a glimpse into the thrilling world of yacht racing. The image showcases a group of majestic 15-metre class yachts gracefully beating upwind against the backdrop of England's Isle of Wight. The four magnificent vessels featured are Pamela, Maudrey, Paula III, and Istria. These names evoke an era when sailing was not only a sport but also a symbol of prestige and craftsmanship. Designed by renowned naval architects Arthur Henry Kirk and Charles Ernest Nicholson from Kirk & Sons of Cowes, these yachts represent the epitome of elegance and innovation. Between 1907 and 1917, twenty such remarkable yachts were built under William Fife III's guidance. Their gaff rigging adds to their charm as they navigate through challenging waters with precision and skill. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece captured by Edgar WP Kirk in collaboration with William Umpleby Kirk at Cowes Regatta, it is impossible not to be transported back in time. This photograph encapsulates both the excitement surrounding competitive sailing during that period as well as its significance within society. Let this stunning print serve as a reminder that even today's modern sailboats owe their legacy to these iconic vessels that once graced our seas with their beauty.
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