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The 6 Metre Lanka sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Lanka sailing close-hauled, 1914

The steam yacht Cecilia, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Cecilia, 1912

The steam yacht Amazon under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Amazon under way. Amazon is a 102-foot (31 m) long screw schooner built in 1885 at the private Arrow Yard of Tankerville Chamberlayne in Southampton

The 15 Metre Hispania, Paula II & Mariska racing at Cowes, 1911. Creator
The 15 Metre Hispania, Paula II & Mariska beating upwind in a race at Cowes, 1911

The steam yacht Sardonyx at anchor, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Sardonyx at anchor, 1913

The 10 Metre class sailing yacht Irex, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 10 Metre class sailing yacht Irex, 1911. Irex was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1910

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 schooner Pampa. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooner Pampa

The steam yacht Ul under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Ul under way, 1911

Long wood panelled corridor on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Long wood panelled corridor on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The steam yacht Ul, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Ul, 1911

La Belle Sauvage, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
La Belle Sauvage, 1912. The 3 masted barquentine steel auxiliary steamer was built by Ramage & Ferguson, Leith and launched in 1894

Interior of main saloon on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Interior of main saloon on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The steam yacht Narcissus 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Narcissus 1911. Narcissus was built by Fairfield Shipbuilding & Engineering Co. Ltd and launched in 1904. In 1915 she was requisitioned by the Admiralty for use as an Auxiliary Patrol

End of corridor and bar on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
End of corridor and bar on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

A boudoir on steam ship Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A boudoir on steam ship Venetia, 1920

Interior of cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Interior of cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

The yawl Joyce sailing in good wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Joyce sailing in good wind, 1911

The owners cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The owners cabin on steam yacht Venetia, 1920

Cabin on the steam yacht Venetia, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cabin on the steam yacht Venetia, 1920

After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H. M. S. Victory in the background, May 1914
After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H.M.S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

Bloodhound at anchor with prize flags, 1909. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Bloodhound at anchor with prize flags, 1909. The 40 ton cutter, Bloodhound was designed by William Fife and built in 1874

Capt R J Dixon winning the 6 Metre race in Jonquil. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Capt R J Dixon winning the 6 Metre race in Jonquil

The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Olympic class Quaker Girl, 1913

The 15 Metre cutter Ostara broad reaching, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Ostara broad reaching, 1912. Ostara, launched in 1909, was designed by Alfred Mylne

The 15 Metre cutter Ma oona sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Ma oona sailing close-hauled, 1914. Ma oona was designed by Alfred Mylne and built at McAlisters yard in Dumbarton in 1907

The 15 Metre cutter Paula II, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 15 Metre cutter Paula II, 1911. Paula II was designed by Alfred Mylne and launched in 1910

Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Istria sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1912. Istria, was designed by Charles Nicholson and originally owned by the architect Sir Charles Allom

Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent

The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent, where he won gold medal for Norway

The International 10 Metre class Irex (F1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator
The International 10 Metre class Irex (F1) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Irex was designed by William Fife III and launched in 1910

The steam yacht Mirel under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Mirel under way, 1914

The 8 Metre sailing yacht Endrick sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Creator
The 8 Metre sailing yacht Endrick sailing downwind under spinnaker, 1911

The 8 Metre Endrick, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Endrick, 1911

The 21-ton schooner Diablesse leaving Cowes for America, 1922

The Hamble River Class Dot (No 2) sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Hamble River Class Dot (No 2) sailing close-hauled, 1921

Boats Polly, Jean and Victoria starting 6 Metre race, 1921

The 6 Metre Jeanie, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Jeanie sails close-hauled, 1921

The cutter Vanity sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Vanity sailing close-hauled, 1913

The 6 Metre Montauk in light winds, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Montauk in light winds, 1921. Montauk was designed by the American yacht designer William Gardner

The yawl Wendur sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Wendur sailing close-hauled, 1913. Wendur was built by D & W Henderson & Co. Glasgow in 1883

The 6 Metre Bubble sailing upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Bubble sailing upwind, 1914

Hotel, (Isle of Wight?), c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Hotel, (Isle of Wight?), c1935

The 19-metre Wendula & Mariquita sail close-hauled, 1913
The 19-metre Wendula (renamed Octavia ) & Mariquita sail close-hauled, 1913. Mariquita was designed by William Fife III and Octavia by Alfred Mylne

HMS Hindustan, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
HMS Hindustan, 1911. HMS Hindustan was a King Edward VII-class pre-dreadnought battleship of the Royal Navy. Commissioned in mid 1905

The 12 Metre class Alachie, Cintra and Ierne racing at Cowes, 1911. Creator
The Fife built 12 Metre class Alachie, Cintra and Ierne racing at Cowes, 1911

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"Kirk & Sons of Cowes: Masters of Maritime Elegance and Engineering" Step into the world of Kirk & Sons, a prestigious shipbuilding company that left an indelible mark on maritime history. With their exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, they created vessels that embodied both grace and power. In 1933, the magnificent 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailed close hauled, showcasing its sleek lines against the backdrop of the open sea. This masterpiece was just one example of Kirk & Sons' dedication to creating sailing marvels. The steam yacht Boadicea, anchored gracefully in calm waters, exemplifies the opulence synonymous with Kirk & Sons. Every inch exudes luxury and sophistication - a testament to their unrivaled expertise in crafting floating palaces. In 1913, Cremona crashed through a wave with unwavering strength. A creation by Kirk & Sons, this vessel demonstrated their commitment to building ships capable of conquering even the most treacherous seas. The steam yacht Joyeuse took center stage in 1914 as it glided effortlessly through azure waters. Its impeccable design showcased Kirk & Sons' ability to combine beauty with functionality seamlessly. Amidst fierce competition in America's Cup challenge race in 1914, Shamrock IV sailed without topsail but still commanded attention. Designed by none other than Kirk & Sons themselves; this vessel represented innovation and determination at its finest. Tragedy struck when RMS Olympic collided with HMS Hawke in the Solent in 1911. The torn hull served as a reminder that even amidst adversity, Kirk & Sons' commitment to safety remained paramount. Surfing along waves majestically is what Steam Yacht Surf did best while at anchor during 1912 – another remarkable creation from Kirk & Sons that blended elegance with adventure flawlessly. The sight of La Toquade at anchor evokes a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of motor yachts.