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Three young women on a yacht at Cowes, Isle of Wight
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Three young women on a yacht at Cowes, Isle of Wight
Three young women standing on the deck of Mr Inglebys yacht Esperance in the Solent during the Cowes Regatta, Isle of Wight, dressed in almost identical outfits. On a chair (lower right) is a copy of The Bystander. Above is a rather poignant improved quotation from Shakespeare, showing awareness that war is just around the corner. Date: 1914
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Three Young Women Embrace the Joy of Yachting on the Isle of Wight's Esperance Amidst Looming War (1914) This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era as three young women, dressed in almost identical outfits, revel in the leisurely pleasures of yachting on the deck of Mr. Ingleby's Esperance during the Cowes Regatta on the Isle of Wight. The women, their faces filled with excitement and merriment, stand confidently on the wicker chair and the deck, their skirts billowing gently in the breeze. Each dons a beret or hat, their hands adorned with buttons and handkerchiefs, adding to their charming and coordinated appearance. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a wickerwork chair and a copy of The Bystander magazine, which lies casually on the chair, hinting at the fashion trends of the time. Above the women, a poignant quotation from Shakespeare serves as a reminder of the uncertain times ahead: "War's proud sound, drowning the wind, is ne'er heard on the fair Havens mouth." The year is 1914, and the Solent, with its crystal-clear waters, serves as a beautiful backdrop to the women's carefree moment. The Esperance, a symbol of transport and luxury, carries them away from the harsh realities of the world, offering a brief respite from the looming war. This photograph stands as a testament to the power of leisure and the enduring spirit of camaraderie, a poignant reminder of a time long past.
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