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Yachting on the Clyde (engraving)
1055311 Yachting on the Clyde (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yachting on the Clyde. Illustration for The Graphic, 3 July 1886.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23560480
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Captains Chance Clyde Fatal Fellow Inevitable Jones Lunch Time Politeness Skipper Sleep Yacht Yachting Yachts Depends Licht Lookers
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Yachting on the Clyde - A Glimpse into 19th Century Maritime Leisure
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. This engraving, titled "Yachting on the Clyde" offers a fascinating window into the world of yachting in 1886. The print, created by William Ralston and now part of a private collection, was originally featured in The Graphic magazine. The scene depicts a bustling day on Scotland's famous River Clyde, where elegant yachts gracefully glide through the water. As we observe this snapshot of maritime leisure, we witness an inevitable and fatal movement - that which depends on politeness upon arrival. A big yacht takes center stage as its crew prepares for lunchtime. Captains and lookers-on gather aboard this vessel while fellow sailors engage in conversation nearby. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie and relaxation amidst the hightest standards of yachting etiquette. Astern, other yachts dot the horizon against a backdrop of unpredictable weather conditions. A gun fires to signal their departure or perhaps announce some friendly competition between vessels. Intriguingly, our attention is drawn to a small side story involving a bit of humor - a "sumph" (a term used to describe someone clumsy) named Jones struggles with his duties under the watchful eye of his skipper. As we delve deeper into this historic image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it becomes evident that yachting was not just reserved for those at sea but also
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