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The Contest for the America Cup at New York (b / w photo)
1627468 The Contest for the America Cup at New York (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Contest for the America Cup at New York, the Valkyrie, Lord Dunravens Yacht. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 October 1893.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22262146
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
America Cup Contest Earl Of Dunraven Lord Wolverton Lower New York New York City New York Valkyrie Vigilant Vue De New York Yacht Yachting Yachts
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The Contest for the America Cup at New York
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captures a historic moment in yachting history. This photograph, taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, showcases the intense competition between two majestic yachts - the Valkyrie and Vigilant. The image is part of a private collection and was originally published as an illustration in The Illustrated London News on October 14,1893. The scene depicts Lord Dunraven's yacht, the Valkyrie, competing against its American counterpart during the prestigious America Cup race held in New York. The photo beautifully portrays the grandeur of these magnificent vessels as they gracefully glide through the water with their sails billowing in the wind. The contest symbolizes not only a battle between nations but also a clash of sailing prowess and technological advancements. It represents both England's rich maritime heritage and America's growing dominance in international yachting competitions. This print offers viewers a glimpse into this thrilling event that captivated audiences from both sides of the Atlantic. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, sportsmanship, and our enduring fascination with competitive sailing. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of history through their fine art collection, allowing us to appreciate and reflect upon this significant moment in time when two great nations vied for supremacy on the open seas.
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