Lee Broadside Collection (#2)

The 12 Metre cutter Alachie sailing in gentle winds, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre cutter Alachie sailing in gentle winds, 1913

The 46 ft yawl Chinkara under sail, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 46 ft yawl Chinkara under sail, 1913. Chinkara was designed by Frederick Shepherd and built in 1903 at the Hanson yard on the Isle of Wight for Colonel Potts

Americas Cup challenger Shamrock III. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Americas Cup challenger Shamrock III. The yacht was designed by William Fife, and was built by William Denny and Brothers of Dumbarton, Scotland. The yacht was launched on 1903

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Caryl (K12), 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Caryl (K12), 1921

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

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

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Whimbret (K8), 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Whimbret (K8), 1921

The sloop Genista under sail on the River Hamble, 1920. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The sloop Genista under sail on the River Hamble, 1920

Redwing Class, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Redwing Class, 1921

The racing cutter Terpisichore, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The racing cutter Terpisichore, 1922. Terpisichore was built in 1920 and later renamed to Lulworth

Start for the Kings Cup yacht race, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start for the Kings Cup yacht race, 1913

The yawl Meander sailing in close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Meander sailing in close-hauled, 1913

The yawl Meander sailing in fine conditions, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The yawl Meander sailing in fine conditions, 1913

The 7 Metre Ginevra (K7), 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre Ginevra (K7), 1913

The ketch Palatina under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The ketch Palatina under way, 1911. Palatina was built at Gosport in 1891

Start for the Kings Cup yacht race. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start for the Kings Cup yacht race

Eleda, an International 10 Metre class sailing yacht, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Eleda, an International 10 Metre class sailing yacht, 1913

The US built 12 Metre Vim sailing close-hauled, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The US built 12 Metre Vim sailing close-hauled, 1939. Designed in 1939 by Olin Stephens, Vim had numerous innovative features including a trim tab on the rudder

The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad, 1911. Cariad, named after the Welsh word for Sweetheart was built by Summers & Payne in Southampton for Lord Dunraven in 1896

Start for the Kings Cup yacht race, 1909. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start for the Kings Cup yacht race, 1909

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"Capturing the Grace and Power of Lee Broadside: A Glimpse into Kirk & Sons' Masterpieces" Witness the awe-inspiring sight of America's Cup challenger Shamrock IV gracefully sailing without its topsail in 1914, a testament to the skillful craftsmanship by creator Kirk & Sons of Cowes. The majestic yawl Wendur showcases its prowess as it sails close-hauled in 1913, displaying the remarkable attention to detail by Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Step back in time to 1934 and marvel at the iconic J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia, beautifully captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, showcasing their timeless elegance on open waters. Delve into the unknown with an enigmatic yacht sailing close-hauled, expertly immortalized by creator Kirk & Sons of Cowes, leaving us captivated by its mystery and allure. In 1935, witness the American J-Class yacht Yankee gliding through waves effortlessly under sail – a masterpiece brought to life through the lens of Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Feel your heart race as you observe cutter Shamrock fiercely beating to windward; every line taut with determination - a stunning portrayal crafted meticulously by Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you gaze upon ketch Corisande majestically navigating open waters in 1911 - an exquisite creation from none other than Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Discover a different side as we glimpse a hospital ship at anchor; an unexpected subject that showcases versatility within Kirk & Son's portfolio capturing moments beyond leisurely pursuits on waterways. Transport yourself back to 1912 when yawl Roma raises her main sail against breathtaking skies – another extraordinary piece created masterfully by renowned craftsmen at Kirk & Son's studio in Cowes.