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Photographic Print : The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes




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The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes

The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911. Germania was designed by Max Oertz and owned by the German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach

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Arthur Henry Arthur Henry Kirk Boat View 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 Bow Max Oertz Oertz Reaching Sailing Yacht Schooner William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht


10"x8" Photo Print

Experience the timeless beauty of maritime history with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print featuring 'The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close reach, 1911'. Captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, this stunning image showcases the elegance and power of Germania, a masterpiece designed by Max Oertz. Owned by Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach, this iconic vessel embodies the spirit of adventure on the open seas. Bring a touch of nautical charm to your space with this captivating print from Heritage Images.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.2cm (10" x 7.2")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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The 250 ton schooner Germania gracefully glides through the waters, sailing close reach in this photo print. Captured in 1911 by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, the image showcases the magnificent vessel designed by Max Oertz and owned by the esteemed German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach. With its gaff rig and sleek lines, Germania epitomizes elegance and power as it cuts through the waves off the coast of England's Isle of Wight. The skilled craftsmanship of Arthur Henry Kirk and Edgar WP Kirk is evident in every detail captured on film. This monochrome masterpiece transports us back to a time when sailboats ruled the seas, evoking a sense of nostalgia for an era defined by adventure and exploration. The sheer size of Germania, with its impressive tonnage, speaks volumes about both her owner's wealth and his passion for sailing. The composition highlights not only the beauty of this majestic schooner but also pays tribute to William Umpleby Kirk's expertise in capturing breathtaking boat views. It is a testament to his skill that we can almost feel the wind in our hair as we imagine ourselves aboard this remarkable sailing yacht. This print serves as a reminder that even today, amidst modern transportation methods, there is still something magical about harnessing nature's power to navigate vast oceans.

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