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Start of W Class race: Squirrel (3), Jadi (26), Diana (8), Emerald (27), Melody (28), 1931
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Start of W Class race: Squirrel (3), Jadi (26), Diana (8), Emerald (27), Melody (28), 1931
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Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Bermuda Rig Boat View Cowes Diana Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Emerald Isle Of Wight Kirk Kirk And Sons Of Cowes Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Lee Bow Melody Race Racing Running Downwind Sailing Yacht Sloop Squirrel Start Starting Starting Line William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht Yachting
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Capturing the Thrill of W Class Racing - Squirrel, Jadi, Diana, Emerald, Melody and 1931
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the exhilarating start of a W Class race in the 1930s. The image showcases six magnificent sailing yachts - Squirrel (3), Jadi (26), Diana (8), Emerald (27), Melody (28) and 1931 - as they gracefully glide through the waters off Cowes, Isle of Wight. The skilled lens of Arthur Henry Kirk beautifully captures this momentous event organized by Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Each boat proudly displays its distinctive Bermuda rig sails as they compete for glory on this prestigious racing circuit. With their sleek designs and powerful presence, these sailing yachts represent an era when craftsmanship met speed on the open seas. The excitement is palpable as they surge forward from the starting line, their crews expertly maneuvering them downwind with precision. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece by Edgar WP Kirk, we are transported to a time when yacht racing was not only a sport but also a testament to human ingenuity and determination. This photograph encapsulates both the beauty of sailboats in motion and the spirit of competition that drives sailors to push their limits. Let this stunning print serve as a reminder that even in our modern world dominated by technology, there is still something magical about harnessing nature's power to propel ourselves forward across vast expanses
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