Regatta Collection (#15)

Thames Regatta
June 1900: A regatta on the Thames. (Photo by Paul Martin/General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

VENICE: GRAND CANAL. A regatta on the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy

GOLDEN JUBILEE, 1887. Finish of the Golden Jubilee challenge race between rowing teams of young men and old men at the St. Mawes Regatta, Cornwall, England, with the old men victorious

ROYAL HENLEY REGATTA, 1872. Riverside picnic during the Royal Henley Regatta at Henley-on-Thames, England, 1872. Contemporary English wood engraving

ROYAL HENLEY REGATTA, 1902. The Royal Henley Regatta race at Henley-on-Thames, England. Stereograph, 10 July 1902

YACHTING, 1870. The race for the Queens Cup - Rounding the light-ship. Engraving, 1870

YACHTING, 1874. The Royal Albert Club Regatta - The finish. Engraving, 1874

AMERICAs CUP, 1901. Various yachts during the eleventh international race for the Americas Cup in 1901

AMERICAs CUP, 1899. The American winner, Columbia and the British challenger, Shamrock in the tenth international race for the Americas Cup in 1899

AMERICAs CUP, 1899. The British challenger, Shamrock I crossing the finish line at the tenth Americas Cup in 1899, New York

VENICE: GRAND CANAL, 1735. A regatta on the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. Engraving, 1735, by Antonio Visentini after Canaletto

Sailing-Italy-Barcolana
Boats sail past the Miramare castle during the 46th Barcolana regatta near Trieste on October 12, 2014. AFP PHOTO / GIUSEPPE CACACE / AFP PHOTO / GIUSEPPE CACACE

Henley Regatta
30th June 1926: Crowds at the Henley regatta watch the rowing race from the banks of the Thames. (Photo by Davis/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cowes Regatta
August 1923: A race during the regatta at Cowes on the Isle of Wight. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cowes Race
1st August 1927: A race for large yachts during the regatta at Cowes on the Isle of Wight. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Railway Station
5th July 1911: Holidaymakers arriving at Henley-on-Thames station for the Regatta. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Marlow, Buckinghamshire - Jolly Boats on the River Thames. All Saints Church and the Marlow Bridge can be seen. Date: circa 1904

Cowes Week Regatta - Isle of Wight, Hampshire, England Date: circa 1908

The Kings State Barge at the Henley Regatta - 1912
The Kings (King George V) State Barge at the Henley Regatta, Henley, Oxfordshire - 1912 Date: 1912

The Admirals Regatta, Greenwich, by Robert Havell

Europe, Italy, Campania, NAPLES: Port of Naples with Harbor Ferries

Europe, Italy, Amalfi Coast, Bay of Salerno, Amalfi. Oceania cruise ship, Regatta

Henley Regatta, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Erith regatta on the river Themes. 1938

Crowds look at the collection of water vessels on the Thames which are part of the Erith regatta. 1939

Sailboats participating in Regatta, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Sailboats participating in Regatta and buoy, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Regatta at Asnieres during the Second Empire. Watercolour and gouache on paper. Anthony Paul Emile Moron (active 1868-1905) French painter. France River Landscape Rowing Water Flirting Men Women

Prelude And Yucca In Regatta
Los Angeles, California: February, 1937. The yachts Prelude (L) and the Yucca(R) racing in the eight meter yacht competition at the 11th annual Mid-Winter Regatta in Los Angeles

Child Skippers In LA Regatta
Los Angeles, California: February, 1936. Boy and girl skippers prepare their tiny skimmers for the 11th annual Mid-Winter Regatta

Los Angeles Regatta Tuneup
Los Angeles, California: February, 1937. The 42 foot ketch, Stella Maris, is one of several yachts that are doing a final tuneup as they prepare for the Los Angeles Winter Regatta

Sailing In Los Angeles Regatta
Los Angeles, California: February 16, 1937. The yacht, Thorobred, is visible from the deck of the Ocean Wave as both boats prepare for the 11th annual Mid-Winter Regatta

The Prince Consorts Cup, Sailed For At The Royal Yacht Squadron Regatta, 1860 Engraving

Prince of Wales Yacht Club Regatta: the Finish at Erith, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
PRINCE OF WALES YACHT CLUB REGATTA: THE FINISH AT ERITH, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Royal Yacht Squadron Regatta: Race for the Town Cup: the Prince of Waless Yacht " hildegarde" Rounding the Flag-Boat at the Lepe Buoy

The Prince of Wales in Sweden, the Return of the Yachts after the Regatta Near Stockholm, Sweden

Windermere Regatta. the Race on the Third Day for Mr. Aufreres Cup, Uk, 1859

Plymouth Regatta: Start of Yachts in the First Race, Uk, 1860 Engraving

The Mediterranean Fleet At Sigri The Annual Regatta Start For The Admirals Cup, Engraving 1879

The Royal Yacht Squadron Regatta At Cowes The Prince Of Waless Yacht Osborne Illuminated, Engraving 1879

Canada, Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Vancouver, sailboats participating in regatta held on waters of Burrard Inlet

Denmark, Copenhagen, Return of the Bucintoro
Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), The Return of the Bucintoro

Regatta, Grand Canal, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Sailboat regattas. British Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

New York Yacht Club regatta. Edition of 1868. Illustration by Currier and Ives. Engraving

US, WA, Whidbey Island, Coupeville. Annual Whidbey Island Race Week in July hosting 11 racing classes. Started in 1983, considered one of top regattas in US

Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta - Mir square rigged training ship. Pendennis Point Falmouth Cornwall UK
MAB-1054 Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta - Mir square rigged training ship Pendennis Point Falmouth Cornwall UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Tall ships 500 Regatta 2008 Falmouth Cornwall UK
MAB-1032 Tall ships 500 Regatta 2008 Falmouth Cornwall UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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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.