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Launch of Shamrock III
At Dumbarton, the yacht Shamrock III is launched, supported on pontoons. Owned by Sir Thomas Lipton, the yacht was to be his third challenger for the Americas Cup. At the launching ceremony the yacht was named by the Countess of Shaftesbury.
17 March 1903
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Americas Ceremony Challenger Dumbarton Launched Lipton Shamrock Yacht Yachting
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FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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In this historic photograph, the yacht Shamrock III is launched at Dumbarton, Scotland, on 17 March 1903. Owned by the renowned businessman and yachting enthusiast, Sir Thomas Lipton, Shamrock III was set to be his third challenge for the prestigious America's Cup. The America's Cup, also known as the "Auld Mug," is the oldest international sporting trophy, and winning it would bring immense prestige to any sailing team. The launching ceremony of Shamrock III was an event of grandeur and excitement. The yacht, supported on pontoons, gleamed in the sunlight as the crowd gathered around to witness the momentous occasion. The Countess of Shaftesbury, a prominent figure in society, graciously performed the honors of naming the vessel. With a bottle of champagne, she broke a bottle against the hull, officially christening Shamrock III and marking the beginning of its journey towards the America's Cup. The launch of Shamrock III represented the culmination of months of hard work and dedication by Sir Thomas Lipton and his team. The yacht was designed by Philip and Harold Wright, who had previously designed the successful Shamrock II. With its advanced design and innovative features, Shamrock III was expected to be a formidable contender in the upcoming regatta. As the pontoons were gradually withdrawn, Shamrock III floated gracefully into the water, signaling the start of its preparations for the America's Cup challenge. The scene at Dumbarton that day was a testament to the enduring spirit of competition and the passion for sailing that had captivated Sir Thomas Lipton and countless others for generations.
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