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Topsail Collection

"Topsail: A Glimpse into the Maritime History of Cornwall" Step back in time to 8th July 1912

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Topsail Collection: Malpas Ferry looking towards Ferryside Cottage and the Ferry House on the St Michael Penkivel
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Topsail Collection: Sailing Barge Match on the Thames, July 1864
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Topsail Collection: The 76 ton schooner Lisette under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The schooner Atlas on the beach in the harbour at low tide, St Ives, Cornwall. 1904
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Topsail Collection: Black Head, St Keverne, Cornwall. 1908
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Topsail Collection: The schooner Atlas on the beach in the harbour, St Ives, Cornwall. 1903
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Topsail Collection: The 140 ft schooner Heartsease under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Grand Naval Evolutions (engraving)
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Topsail Collection: The Accident to 'Shamrock II'on 22 May, the Kings Visit to the Yacht and Narrow Escape (litho)
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Topsail Collection: A Voyage from England to Natal in the Union Steam-Ship 'Arab'(engraving)
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Topsail Collection: The jibs of a full-rigged ship (litho)
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Topsail Collection: The Athletic Sports of the Chatham Steam Reserve (engraving)
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Topsail Collection: The ketch Corinda under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The yawl Pleiad under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The ketch Corisande under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The cutters Creole (3) and Ma oona (6) racing close-hauled, 1913. Creator
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Topsail Collection: The racing cutters Creole (3) and Rosamond, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The racing cutters Rosamond and Creole sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator
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Topsail Collection: The cutter Onda sailing under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The yawl Imatra under sail, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The racing cutter Creole under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Group of racing yachts before the start of the Cowes to Weymouth Race, 1913. Creator
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Topsail Collection: Cutter heeling hard on upwind leg. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Unknown yawl and schooner under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Unknown schooner under sail. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Group of cruisers sailing close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The cutter Onda sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Group of cruisers on Cowes to Weymouth race, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The 96 ft ketch Julnar, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The 3 mast auxiliary schooner Czarina. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The gaff cutter Wigeon under sail, 1910. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The cutter Citara under sail and towing tender, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The yawl Suzanne under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: The 15 Metre cutter Ma oona sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Topsail Collection: Topsail barge on the Thames with its top mast lowered, London, c1905
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Topsail Collection: Topsail barge under sail on the Thames, London, c1905
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Topsail Collection: Topsail barges at anchor on the Thames, some with topsails lowered, London, c1905
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Topsail Collection: American Topsail Schooner, 1825. Artist: John Rogers
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Topsail Collection: Reefing topsails on board the training ship HMS Impregnable, Devonport, Devon, 1896
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Topsail Collection: Ships that pass by G. H. Davis
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Topsail Collection: ADMIRAL SCHOMBERGs PROPOSED NEW RIG FOR MEN-OF-WAR: A, Lower Mast. B, Trysail Mast
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Topsail Collection: The Steam Ship Iberia, with Cunninghams Patent Topsail, 1851 Engraving
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Topsail Collection: Admiral Schombergs Proposed New Rig For Men-of-war: A
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Topsail Collection: The Steam Ship Iberia


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"Topsail: A Glimpse into the Maritime History of Cornwall" Step back in time to 8th July 1912, as we stand on Malpas Ferry gazing towards Ferryside Cottage and the Ferry House on the St Michael Penkivel side. The tranquil scene captures the essence of a bygone era, where ferries were a lifeline for coastal communities. Transporting us further back, let's sail down memory lane to July 1864 when the Thames witnessed an exhilarating Sailing Barge Match. The river came alive with majestic vessels competing against each other, showcasing their prowess and skill. Among these magnificent ships was the Lisette, a splendid 76-ton schooner crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes. With her sails billowing in the wind, she epitomized grace and elegance as she glided through open waters. Meanwhile, at St Ives harbor in Cornwall during 1904, we find ourselves captivated by another spectacle -the schooner Atlas resting on the beach during low tide. This picturesque sight reminds us of both nature's power and man's resilience against it. Further along Cornwall's rugged coastline lies Black Head in St Keverne. In 1908 this dramatic location served as a backdrop for maritime adventures that unfolded amidst crashing waves and towering cliffs – tales that still echo through time. Returning to St Ives harbor but this time in 1903, our attention is drawn once again to the enchanting presence of schooner Atlas upon its sandy shores. Here lies evidence of seafaring endeavors intertwined with daily life; a testament to human connection with both land and sea. As we delve deeper into maritime history, we stumble upon grand naval evolutions depicted vividly within engravings. These intricate illustrations transport us aboard mighty warships engaged in strategic maneuvers – reminding us of nations' strength displayed upon vast oceans. But not all stories are of triumph.