Sailing Yacht Collection (#3)

The gaff rigged 8 Metre class Termagent (H9) sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator
The gaff rigged 8 Metre class Termagent (H9) sailing close-hauled, 1911

Saling yacht Asphodel (K5) with prize flags, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Saling yacht Asphodel (K5) with prize flags, 1922

The 6 Metre Flya (K13) sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Flya (K13) sailing close-hauled, 1921

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Margaret (K14) sailing close-hauled, 1921. Creator
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Margaret (K14) sailing close-hauled, 1921

The 6 Metre class Maid Marion (K22) and Freesia (K11), 1921

The 6 Metre yacht Polly (K10) sailing upwind, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre yacht Polly (K10) sailing upwind, 1921

The racing cutters Rosamond and Creole sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator
The racing cutters Rosamond and Creole sailing close-hauled, 1911

The cutter Rosamond sailing with spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Rosamond sailing with spinnaker, 1911

The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911. Creator
The cutters Rosamond, Carina and Sonya racing downwind, 1911

The cutter Rosamond sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Rosamond sailing close-hauled, 1911

Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race, August 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of Cowes to Weymouth Race, August 1911

The cutter Onda sailing under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Onda sailing under spinnaker, 1911

The racing cutters Istria and Mariska, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutters Istria and Mariska, 1912. Istria was designed by Charles Nicholson, Mariska was designed by William Fife

The ketch Lady Camilla sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Lady Camilla sailing close-hauled, 1912. Lady Camilla, originally called Nyria, was designed as a cutter by Charles E. Nicholson and built in 1906. In 1912, under the ownership of Mr H

Unknown cutter sailing with spinnaker. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown cutter sailing with spinnaker

The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912. Creator
The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912

Start of W Class race: Squirrel (3), Jadi (26), Diana (8), Emerald (27), Melody (28), 1931

The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creole was built in 1890 from designs of G L Watson for Colonel Villiers Bagot

Group of racing yachts before the start of the Cowes to Weymouth Race, 1913. Creator
Group of racing yachts before the start of the Cowes to Weymouth Race, 1913

The three ketches Julnar, Cariad and Corisande racing upwind, 1913. Creator
The three ketches Julnar, Cariad and Corisande racing upwind, 1913

The 6 Metre Jonquil sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Jonquil sailing close-hauled, 1912

The 7 Metre class yacht Ithman, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre class yacht Ithman, 1911

The 8 Metre Antwerpia (H19) and Windflower (H3) racing under spinnaker, 1911

Unknown sailing yacht under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown sailing yacht under way

Stern view of W Class boats racing downwind, 1933. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Stern view of W Class boats racing downwind, 1933

The ketch Apache under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Apache under sail, 1911

Raters in Cowes Roads. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Raters in Cowes Roads

The Redwing class Fortuna, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Redwing class Fortuna, 1921

Group of 15 Metres racing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 15 Metres racing close-hauled, 1913

The 8 Metre Termagent (H9) racing Windflower (H3), 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Termagent (H9) racing Windflower (H3), 1911

Group of cruisers sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of cruisers sailing close-hauled, 1913

The ketch Valdora sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Valdora sailing close-hauled, 1912

The cutter Onda sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Onda sailing close-hauled, 1911

The ketch Valdora at anchor, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Valdora at anchor, 1913

The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921. Creator
The 179 ton White Heather and 221 ton Britannia racing upwind, 1921

The 6 Metre Cynthia sailing upwind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Cynthia sailing upwind, 1912

The 6 Metre Ejnar (L17) breaking waves, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Ejnar (L17) breaking waves, 1912

The 12 Metre yacht Javotte sailng close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre yacht Javotte sailng close-hauled, 1911. Javotto was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1909

Group of cruisers on Cowes to Weymouth race, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of cruisers on Cowes to Weymouth race, 1913

Davo III, a 12 Metre class sailing yacht, runs before the wind, 1911. Creator
Davo III, a 12 Metre class sailing yacht designed by the influential German yacht designer Max Oertz, runs before the wind, 1911

The 8 Metre Termagant sailing with spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Termagant sailing with spinnaker, 1911

The 8 Metre class Verbena. Termagent and Windflower race downwind, 1911

The 8 Metre class cutter Windflower (H3), 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre class cutter Windflower (H3), 1911

The 221 ton cutter Britannia at anchor with prize flags, 1921. Britannia was owned by King George V. One of the most successful racers of its day, in 1913 it won 8 of the 13 races it entered

The 7 Metre yacht Genevia (K7) beating to windward, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre yacht Genevia (K7) beating to windward, 1912

The Big Class yachts Britannia, Ma oona, and Carina sailing in light winds, 1913

Cariad, Betty & Meteor, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cariad, Betty & Meteor, 1911

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Neerlandia VI (L63), 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Neerlandia VI (L63), 1913

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"Capturing the Grace and Power of Sailing Yachts Through Time" The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda showcases its majestic presence as it sails close hauled in 1933, a true symbol of elegance on the open seas. Cremona crashes through a wave in 1913, crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, displaying their exceptional craftsmanship and ability to withstand the forces of nature. Witnessing an exhilarating race downwind, sailing yachts White Heather and Shamrock compete fiercely, showcasing both speed and agility on the water. Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV defies expectations without its topsail in 1914, demonstrating resilience and determination against all odds. The Yarmouth One Design Greywing takes to the waters in 1922 with Kirk & Sons' signature touch, embodying both beauty and functionality in perfect harmony. Trivia comes alive as a 12 Metre class yacht sails close-hauled in 1939; an embodiment of precision engineering combined with sheer passion for sailing. Womba II races downwind with incredible speed in 1913; another masterpiece from Kirk & Sons that leaves spectators breathless with its performance on the waves. The schooner Meteor IV sets sail gracefully in 1912 under Kirk & Sons' expert craftsmanship – a testament to their unrivaled skill when it comes to building magnificent vessels. The cutter Shamrock beats upwind effortlessly thanks to Kirk & Sons' expertise; this vessel represents not only strength but also finesse while conquering challenging conditions at sea. Stella glides through the water close-hauled in 1914 – yet another remarkable creation by Kirk & Sons that combines artistry with functionality for an unforgettable sailing experience.