Halbach Collection

The magnificent schooners Germania and Waterwitch, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The magnificent schooners Germania and Waterwitch, 1911. The 250 ton schooner Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The schooner Germania and cutter White Heather, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Germania and cutter White Heather, 1913

The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913

The 250 ton schooner Germania sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1912. Creator
The 250 ton schooner Germania sailing downwind with spinnaker, 1912. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania reaching in stiff wind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania reaching in stiff wind, 1912. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails on a reach, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania sails on a reach, 1913. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

The 250 ton schooner Germania running under spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania running under spinnaker, 1913. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

Gustav Krupp von Hohlen und Halbach
Gustav Georg Friedrich Maria Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach, nicknamed Taffi (1870-1950), who ran the German Friedrich Krupp AG heavy industry conglomerate from 1909 to 1941

charity WORLD WAR I: CARTOON, 1915. The Firm Makes a Gift. American cartoon by Boardman Robinson mocking the Krupp Steel Works and its head, Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

FROM KARLSRUHE TO THE HAGUE ON HORSEBACK, 1889. Lieutenant Harry von Bohlen Halbach, of the Life Dragoon Regiment of the Grand Duke of Baden (third son of the Baron von Bohlen Halbach)

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Step back in time and witness the majestic beauty of the schooners Germania and Waterwitch, crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes in 1911. These magnificent vessels epitomize the golden age of sailing, with their sleek lines and graceful sails cutting through the water. The Germania, a 250-ton schooner, showcases its prowess as it sails downwind with its vibrant spinnaker unfurled in 1912. With every gust of wind, it reaches new heights of speed and elegance. In another breathtaking display, the Germania takes on a stiff wind while reaching its destination in 1912. Its crew skillfully maneuvers this massive vessel to harness the power of nature and propel forward with remarkable precision. Close-hauled or on a reach, this mighty schooner never fails to captivate onlookers with its sheer grandeur. The year is now 1913; Margherita joins forces with Germania for an awe-inspiring spectacle at sea. Together they navigate through waves like poetry in motion – two masterpieces united by their shared love for adventure and exploration. As we delve deeper into history, we witness yet another extraordinary sight: the Germania running under spinnaker once again in 1913 alongside cutter White Heather. This harmonious duo dances across the ocean's surface as if defying gravity itself. Kirk & Sons' craftsmanship shines through each photograph captured during these moments frozen in time. Their attention to detail brings out every nuance of these incredible vessels – from their towering masts to their intricate rigging systems. Join us as we embark on this journey back to an era where sail ruled supreme; where Halbach's legacy lives on through these stunning works of art.