Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn island, Sweden
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Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn island, Sweden
View of the Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn (Sandon) Island, Sweden, home of the Royal Swedish Yacht Club. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14403872
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Boating Marina Mast Masts Pleasure Sail Sails Sweden Swedish Yacht Yachting Yachts Sandhamn Sandon
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scenic Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn Island, Sweden, during the early 1910s. The image showcases the picturesque coastal setting, with the crystal-clear waters of the Baltic Sea gently lapping against the wooden docks. The Royal Swedish Yacht Club, proudly displayed in the foreground, adds an air of elegance and sophistication to the scene. Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn Island, was a popular destination for Swedish high society during the 1910s. The image is filled with the hustle and bustle of activity as people prepare their boats for a day on the water. Sailboats of various sizes and designs are moored at the docks, their masts standing tall against the sky. Sails are being hoisted, ropes secured, and provisions loaded onto the vessels. The scene exudes a sense of leisure and pleasure, as people take to the water for a day of boating and sailing. The boats were not only used for transport but also for recreation, providing a means for the wealthy to enjoy the natural beauty of the Swedish archipelago. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of the sea and sunshine were cherished. The Marina at Hamnen, Sandhamn Island, remains a popular destination today, offering visitors a glimpse into Sweden's rich maritime history.
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