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The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize (engraving)
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The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize (engraving)
1103350 The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 June 1864.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
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Gravesend Harwich Winning Yachting Yachts Volante
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This engraving, titled "The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich" transports us back to a thrilling moment in maritime history. Created by Edwin Weedon in 1864, this print captures the excitement and elegance of yachting during that era. On Saturday, 4 June, spectators gathered along the shores as a fleet of majestic yachts set sail on an epic race. The atmosphere was electric with anticipation as each vessel vied for victory in the prestigious Cutters Prize. Among them was the magnificent Volante, whose sleek design and skilled crew made her a formidable contender. As the race progressed across the vast expanse of ocean, tensions ran high. The wind whipped through billowing sails while waves crashed against sturdy hulls. With every passing moment, it became clear that only one yacht would emerge triumphant. In this engraving, we witness a defining moment: The Volante surges ahead of her competitors, leaving them trailing behind in her wake. Her determined crew skillfully navigates through treacherous waters towards their ultimate goal – claiming victory and securing the coveted Cutters Prize. Edwin Weedon's attention to detail brings this historic event to life before our eyes. From the intricate rigging on each yacht to the expressions of determination etched onto sailors' faces – every element contributes to capturing both action and emotion within this remarkable scene. "The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich" is not just a depiction of an exhilarating sporting event
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