Regatta Collection (#11)

Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gold medal winner Rollo races downwind under spinnaker, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent

The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The sailing yacht Rollo at anchor, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent, where he won gold medal for Norway

The Russian Imperial Yacht Standart at Cowes, 1909. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Russian Imperial Yacht Standart at Cowes, 1909. Standart was built by order of Emperor Alexander III of Russia, and constructed at the Danish shipyard of Burmeister & Wain

The 12 Metre sailing yacht Rollo racing upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre sailing yacht Rollo racing upwind, 1911. Johan Anker, the designer of ‘ Rollo, helmed the yacht for the 1911 Coronation Regatta in the Solent, where he won gold medal for Norway

Regates a Perros-Guirec (Regattas at Perros-Guirec), 1892
Re gates a Perros-Guirec (Regattas at Perros-Guirec), 1892. Found in the Collection of Muse e d Orsay, Paris

Rhe largest British racing yachts compete during Cowes Week, 1937
Off Cowes, in the Isle of Wight, the largest British racing yachts compete during Cowes Week, the first week in August, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol

King George V and Queen Mary visiting Henly Regatta on the state barge, 1912. From The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Record Number 1910-1935. [The Illustrated London News and Sketch, Ltd

Fortunino Matania - Sphere artist at Cowes
Illustrator and special artist for The Sphere, Fortunino Matania (1881-1963) pictured at Cowes on the Isle of Wight during Cowes Week where he was there to observe

Sailing-Ita-Barcolana
Boats sail during the 49th Barcolana regatta in the Gulf of Trieste on October 8, 2017. With some 2072 vessels, The Barcolana has the most particpants of any sailing regatta in the world

Meakers advertisement
Advertisement for menswear stores, Meakers of London, depicting a dapper chap seated in front a picture of a very crowded Henley Regatta. 1927

winning post mound Soochow Creek Shanghai autumn
The winning post, at the mound, Soochow Creek, Shanghai autumn regatta, Albumen, 1876 October 30-31

Regatta Grand Canal Honor Frederick IV King Denmark
Regatta on the Grand Canal in Honor of Frederick IV, King of Denmark; Luca Carlevarijs (Italian, 1663 - 1730); 1711; Oil on canvas; 135.3 x 259.7 cm (53 1, 4 x 102 1, 4 in.)

Views Venice Regatta 1741 Michele Marieschi Italian
Views of Venice: The Regatta, 1741. Michele Marieschi (Italian, 1710-1743). Etching

King George V At The Wheel Of His Yacht, Britannia, During Cowes Regatta Week, England, 1924. From The Story Of 25 Eventful Years In Pictures, Published 1935

Kingston-upon-Thames Regatta Victorian period Date: 19th century

River Thames Kingston Regatta Date: 19th century

Britannia & Candida at Cowes regatta. 1923

Barnes Bridge, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Barnes Bridge, 1872. Spectators under Grade II listed Barnes Railway Bridge built 1849 by Joseph Locke, during a boat race on the River Thames. From, " LONDON

Boat club regatta, Tigre, Buenos Aires province, Argentina
Boat club regatta at Tigre, a town on the River Parana delta, Buenos Aires province, Argentina. Date: circa 1905

King George V as a yachtsman at Cowes, Isle of Wight. Date: 1924

Royal Navy, China fleet regatta results, Wei-Hai-Wei. With a photo of the Yokohama Bowl, won by HMS Cumberland. HMS Berwick came 2nd and HMS Suffolk 3rd. Date: 1931

Royal visit to the Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire in 1912. The Royal barge by Henley Bridge Date: 1912

Gathering headsail on board Hamburg at Cowes, IOW
Gathering a headsail on board the yacht Hamburg during the Regatta at Cowes, Isle of Wight. Formerly known as the Westward, this American schooner belonged to a syndicate of German yachtsmen

Three young women on a yacht at Cowes, Isle of Wight
Three young women standing on the deck of Mr Inglebys yacht Esperance in the Solent during the Cowes Regatta, Isle of Wight, dressed in almost identical outfits

Sailing - Italy - Barcolana
Boats sail during the 49th Barcolana regatta in the Gulf of Trieste on October 8, 2017. With some 2072 vessels, The Barcolana has the most particpants of any sailing regatta in the world

AMERICAs CUP, 1901. The American winner, Columbia, at the start of the eleventh international race for the Americas Cup in October, 1901

Yacht Racing at Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England
Original Redwing class racing off Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England. Following a meeting at the Bembridge Sailing Club, Isle of Wight, in 1896

Aerial view of yachts racing in Cowes Week on the Solent, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Conwy River Regatta - Deganwy, Wales

Little Haven Summer Regatta, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Venice, Veneto, Italy. Historical regatta event on the Grand Canal

Harvest Moon Regatta, Galveston, Texas, USA Harvest Moon Regatta Galveston Texas USA

View of the Grand Canal from the Palazzo Balbi looking toward the Rialto Bridge with a Regatta. Private Collection

Rio de Janeiro, c1930s. Artist: ENA
Rio de Janeiro. The Avenida Beira Mar makes a superb sweep round Botafogo Bay and is ornamented with tropical trees, flower gardens and beautiful statuary

Henley Regatta, c1900. Artist: Marsh Brothers
Henley Regatta, c1900. From Sights and Scenes in England and Wales. [Cassell and Company Ltd. c1900]

A Thames Regatta, c1919. Artist: CRW Nevinson
A Thames Regatta, c1919. From The Studio Volume 78, [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1919-20]

Zeppelin LZ11 Viktoria Luise in flight during the Kiel Regatta, Germany, 1912 (1933). A photograph from Zeppelin-Weltfahrten

Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire, 6th July 1912 (1937). Artist: Horace Walter Nicholls
Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire, 6th July 1912 (1937). The royal barge, rowed by red-liveried watermen, bearing King George V, Queen Mary, and Princess Mary

Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire, 1882. A print from The Magazine of Art Vol V, Cassell, Peter, Galpin and Company, Limited, 1882

Henley Regatta, Henley-on-Thames, London, 1901. Artist: ME Wright
Henley Regatta, Henley-on-Thames, London, 1901. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Henley Regatta Island, 20th Century. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Henley Regatta Island, London, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926

Procession of boats at Cambridge, 1870. A print from the Illustrated London News, (11 June 1870)

Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire, 20th Century. Postcard from The Souvenir Album, Views of London And The River Thames, From London To Oxford, (London, 20th Century)

Regattas at Argenteuil, ca 1872. Artist: Monet, Claude (1840-1926)
Regattas at Argenteuil, ca 1872. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Sailboats with Holiday Flags at a Pier in Saint-Malo, 1920s. Artist: Paul Signac
Sailboats with Holiday Flags at a Pier in Saint-Malo, 1920s. Signac, Paul (1863-1935). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Admiral Nikolai Skrydlov, Russian naval officer, 1895. Artist: F Meaulle
Admiral Nikolai Skrydlov, Russian naval officer, 1895. Skrydlov commanded the Russian squadron that visited the Kiel Week sailing regatta in 1895 coinciding with the opening of the Kiel Canal

Regatta at Molesey, 1874. Artist: Alfred Sisley
Regatta at Molesey, 1874. From the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris, France

A Regatta on the Grand Canal, c. 1740. Artist: Canaletto (1697-1768)
A Regatta on the Grand Canal, c. 1740. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

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"Capturing the Thrill of Regatta: A Spectacle of Crew Team Rowing and Historic Races" Regatta, a word that evokes images of intense competition and camaraderie among rowers, has been celebrated in various forms throughout history. From the Galway hookers gracefully sailing at Roundstone Regatta to the adrenaline-pumping races like Shamrock V at Henley Regatta, this sport has enthralled spectators for centuries. One iconic moment etched in history is the AMERICAs CUP race in 1886. The Mayflower's majestic salute while crossing paths with Galatea on September 7th left onlookers awestruck. Currier & Ives' color lithograph beautifully captures this historic event. The tranquil beauty along The Towpath Walton-on-Thames offers a stark contrast to the fierce battles witnessed during regattas. Swans gliding through calm waters as punt boats pass by create an idyllic scene reminiscent of Henley's charm. Regattas have always drawn crowds eager to witness thrilling competitions firsthand. Holidaymakers eagerly watched Brixham Regatta unfold in 1936, immersing themselves in the excitement and energy coursing through the air. Henley Royal Regatta remains an epitome of elegance and tradition, attracting coxless fours from around the world to compete on its prestigious course. Oxfordshire's serene backdrop adds a touch of grandeur to this renowned event year after year. In 1955, Henley Regatta once again captivated audiences with its timeless allure. As rowers pushed their limits against each other amidst cheers from enthusiastic supporters, they created memories that would last a lifetime. Not limited to British shores alone, regattas found their way across continents. Chelsea hosted its own vibrant regatta where participants showcased their skills while spectators reveled in festivities brimming with joy and excitement. Another significant chapter unfolded during AMERICAs CUP in 1881.