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The New York yacht club regatta, c. 1869 (colour lithograph)
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The New York yacht club regatta, c. 1869 (colour lithograph)
3710028 The New York yacht club regatta, c.1869 (colour lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Print shows several yachts, identified as " Vesta, Henrietta, Dauntless, Phantom, Fleetwing, Palmer, Addie V. White Wing, Geraldine, [and] Annie", at the start of a yacht race, with a large crowd of fashionably dressed spectators standing along the shore.); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22971616
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1860s And Xa Boat Race Competition Event Ives James Merritt Ives Nathaniel Currier New York Harbor Regatta Sailboat Sails Spectating Staten Island Upper Class Wealthy Yacht Yacht Club Yachtsmen
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This vibrant and captivating lithograph, titled "The New York Yacht Club Regatta" takes us back to the summer of 1869. The print showcases a thrilling yacht race in full swing, with a fleet of magnificent vessels lined up at the starting point. Among them are notable yachts such as Vesta, Henrietta, Dauntless, Phantom, Fleetwing, Palmer, Addie V. , White Wing, Geraldine, and Annie. As the race commences on the glistening waters of New York Harbor near Staten Island, an enthusiastic crowd gathers along the shore to witness this prestigious event. Dressed impeccably in fashionable attire that reflects their upper-class status and refined taste for elegance, these spectators eagerly await the outcome of this exhilarating competition. The lithograph beautifully captures not only the excitement surrounding boat races but also provides a glimpse into American society during this era. It symbolizes wealth and sophistication while showcasing America's growing fascination with sailing as a sport. Created by renowned artists Nathaniel Currier and James Merritt Ives in stunning color detail, this print transports us back to a time when yacht racing was both an elite pastime and a spectacle enjoyed by all. With its meticulous attention to detail and dynamic composition featuring billowing sails against clear blue skies dotted with flags fluttering in anticipation - it is truly an exquisite piece that encapsulates both artistry and history.
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