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The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912. Creator
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The racing cutters The Lady Anne and Istria running downwind, 1912
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15 Metre Allom Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Breezy Charles Ernest Charles Ernest Nicholson Cowes Cutter Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Fife Gaff Rig International Rule Isle Of Wight Istria Kirk Kirk And Sons Of Cowes Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Nicholson Race Racing Sailing Yacht Sir Charles Carrick Sir Charles Carrick Allom The Lady Anne William Fife William Fife Iii William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht Yachting
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The Racing Cutters The Lady Anne and Istria - A Breathtaking Display of Speed and Elegance on the Open Waters, 1912
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. In this print from 1912, we witness a thrilling moment in sailing history as two magnificent racing cutters, The Lady Anne and Istria, gracefully glide downwind. With their sleek designs and gaff rig sails billowing in the breeze, these majestic vessels epitomize the beauty of early 20th-century yachting. Captured by renowned photographer Sir Charles Carrick Allom, this snapshot transports us to Cowes, England - a country synonymous with sailing excellence. As we admire the craftsmanship of Kirk & Sons of Cowes who built these remarkable boats under the visionary guidance of William Fife III and Charles Ernest Nicholson, it becomes evident that every detail was meticulously crafted for both speed and style. The Isle of Wight's picturesque coastline serves as an idyllic backdrop for this exhilarating race between The Lady Anne and Istria. Both crews skillfully navigate through choppy waters while harnessing the power of wind to propel themselves forward towards victory. This monochrome image not only captures a moment frozen in time but also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era when yacht racing represented more than just competition; it symbolized elegance, adventure, and camaraderie among sailors. It reminds us that even today, sailing continues to be a timeless sport that connects us with nature's elements while pushing boundaries
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