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The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913
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Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Boat View Charles Ernest Charles Ernest Nicholson Cowes Cutter Edgar Wp Edgar Wp Kirk Gaff Rig Germania Gustav Krupp Von Bohlen Und Gustav Krupp Von Bohlen Und Halbach Halbach Isle Of Wight Kirk Kirk Sons Of Kirk Sons Of Cowes Lee Quarter Margherita Max Oertz Nicholson Oertz Race Racing Sailing Yacht Schooner William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht
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The Schooners Margherita & Germania, 1913 - A Majestic Display of Sailing Excellence
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. This print showcases the iconic schooners Margherita and Germania, two magnificent vessels that epitomize the golden age of sailing. Created by Kirk & Sons of Cowes in 1913, this image transports us back to a time when sailboats ruled the seas with their grace and power. Designed by renowned naval architects Charles Ernest Nicholson and Max Oertz, these schooners were true marvels of engineering. The competitive spirit between them was palpable as they raced against each other in thrilling regattas around England's Isle of Wight. The Margherita and Germania were owned by distinguished figures such as Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach, adding an air of prestige to their already impressive presence. With their gaff rig sails billowing in the wind, they effortlessly sliced through the water with Lee Quarter precision. As symbols of wealth and status during a time when yachting was considered a sport for aristocrats, these vessels represented both technical mastery and opulence. Their sleek lines and impeccable craftsmanship are a testament to the skillful workmanship employed by Kirk & Sons. This stunning photograph captures not only the beauty but also the excitement that surrounded yacht racing in early 20th-century England. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with sailing as both a sport and a means of transportation across vast waters.
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