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The One-Design Solent Sunbeams Dunn and Clary racing, 1925
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The One-Design Solent Sunbeams Dunn and Clary racing, 1925
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Alfred Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Broadside Close Hauled Cowes Dunn Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Isle Of Wight Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Race Racing Sailing Yacht Westmacott William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht Yachting Clary
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This print captures the exhilarating race between The One-Design Solent Sunbeams Dunn and Clary in 1925. The image, taken by renowned photographers Alfred Westmacott and Arthur Henry Kirk, showcases the sheer beauty of these sailing yachts as they navigate through the waters off Cowes, Isle of Wight. The close-hauled boats are seen in a broadside position, showcasing their sleek design and impressive speed. With sails billowing against the wind, these elegant vessels epitomize the golden age of yachting in the 1920s. The location adds to the charm of this photograph; Cowes is known for its rich maritime history and has long been a hub for sailing enthusiasts from around the world. As such, it serves as an ideal backdrop for this thrilling display of skill and competition. Capturing both sport and transportation at its finest, this monochrome image transports us back to a time when yacht racing was not only a pastime but also a symbol of prestige. The craftsmanship involved in building these one-design sailboats is evident in every detail captured by Edgar WP Kirk's lens. With William Umpleby Kirk also contributing to this remarkable piece of artistry, we can appreciate how their collective talent immortalized this momentous event on water transport history. This print serves as a testament to their artistic prowess while preserving an important chapter in yacht racing heritage for generations to come.
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