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The 19-metre class Mariquita sailing downwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre class Mariquita sailing downwind, 1913. Mariquita was designed by William Fife III and is today the only surviving 19-metre class yacht of the six that were built

The 19-metre cutter Norada sailing close reaching, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 19-metre cutter Norada sailing close reaching, 1911. Norada was designed by Charles Nicholson and launched in 1911

The 8 Metre Garraveen, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Garraveen, reaching, 1914. Garraveen was designed by Morgan Giles and constructed by Nicholson & Pulton, Southhampton in 1914

The 8 Metre Garraveen (H7), 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Garraveen (H7), sailing on a close reach, 1914. Garraveen was designed by Morgan Giles and constructed by Nicholson & Pulton, Southhampton in 1914

The 8-metre Ierne sailing with spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8-metre Ierne sailing with spinnaker, 1913

Snowdrop and Correnzia racing up wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yachts Snowdrop and Correnzia racing up wind, 1911

The 7 Metre yacht Pinaster (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre yacht Pinaster (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

The 6 Metre class Cynthia setting spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Cynthia setting spinnaker, 1912

Rollo (foreground) and Javotto racing under spinnaker, 1911
The 12 Metre class yachts Rollo (foreground) and Javotto racing under spinnaker, 1911. Javotto was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1909

Group of 6 Metre boats racing, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 6 Metre boats racing, 1922

The 8 Metre Le Jade (H21) sailing in fine conditions, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Le Jade (H21) sailing in fine conditions, 1912

Group of Cruisers: Ma oona, Bloodhound, Sonya, & Creole. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of Cruisers: Ma oona, Bloodhound, Sonya, & Creole

A Run to East Lepe: Ostara, Mariska, Corona & Octavia, 1911. Creator
A Run to East Lepe: the 15-metre Ostara, Mariska, and 19-metre Corona & Octavia run downwind, 1911

Start of 6 Metres race, 1925. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of 6 Metres race, 1925

No wind for the 8 Metres race, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
No wind for the 8 Metres race, 1931. Spinnakers flagging on downwind run

12 Metre class sailing yacht heeling over in windy conditions on upwind leg, 1938

A group of 12 Metres sailing yachts racing on windward leg in good wind, 1933. Creator
A group of 12 Metres sailing yachts including Morwenna and Veronica racing on windward leg in good wind, 1933

The 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 10 Metre class Pampero (F8) sailing close-hauled, 1914. Pampero was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1912

The 6 Metre yacht Peterkin, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre yacht Peterkin, 1914

Three 19 Metres yachts racing, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Three 19 Metres yachts racing, 1913

The 8 Metre Ierne & Gundred racing downwind, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ierne & Gundred racing downwind, 1913

The 6 Metre The Whim (L6) and Correnzia racing downwind, 1911

The 7 Metre yacht Ithnan (K2) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre yacht Ithnan (K2) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. The 7 Metre class was used as an Olympic Class during the 1908 and 1920 Olympics. About 200 boats were built

Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 6 Metres racing downwind, 1914

Group of 8 Metre sailing yachts racing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 8 Metre sailing yachts racing close-hauled

Setting spinnaker on the 8 Metre sailing yacht Spero, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Setting spinnaker on the 8 Metre sailing yacht Spero, 1911

The 12 Metre yacht Alachie makes swift progress upwind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 12 Metre yacht Alachie makes swift progress upwind, 1911. Alachie was designed by William Fife and built in 1908

The 8 Metre class Termagent (H9) sailing with spinnaker, 1911

The Truant and Antwerpia IV racing with spinnakers, 27th May 1912. Creator
The Truant and Antwerpia IV racing downwind with spinnakers, 27th May 1912

Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Termagent, an early gaff rigged 8 Metre sailing yacht, 1911

The 8 Metre Termagent (H9) sailing downwind in fine weather, 1911

The 19-metre class Mariquita (C1) & Corona (C3) running with spinnakers up, 1911. Both yachts were designed by William Fife III

The 6 Metre class The Truant, Antwerpia IV and Spero, 1912
The 6 Metre class The Truant, Antwerpia IV and Spero racing downwind, 1912

The 8 Metre Ventana and Garraveen race upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana and Garraveen race upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre Womba heeling hard upwind, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Womba heeling hard upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre Scotia IV heeling on upwind leg, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Scotia IV heeling on upwind leg, 1913

The 7 Metre class Marsinah, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre class Marsinah, 1912

Scotia IV running downwind with spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Scotia IV running downwind with spinnaker, 1913

Verbena (H2), a gaff rig 8 Metre, sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Verbena (H2), a gaff rig 8 Metre, sailing close-hauled, 1911

The 6 Metre Scotia IV sailing upwind on a fine day, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Scotia IV sailing upwind on a fine day, 1913

The 6 Metre Amethyst sails close-hauled, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre Amethyst sails close-hauled, 1913

The 7 Metre yacht Strathendrick (K5) sailing with spinnaker, 1913

The US built 12 Metre racing yacht Vim, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The US built 12 Metre racing yacht Vim, 1939. Designed in 1939 by Olin Stephens, Vim had numerous innovative features including a trim tab on the rudder

Sailing yacht Trivia running downwind under spinnaker, 1939. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Sailing yacht Trivia running downwind under spinnaker, 1939. Trivia was an International 12 Metre designed by Charles Nicholson

The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Ventana (H11) sailing close-hauled, 1912

The 6 Metre class Vanda, Stella and Lanka racing upwind, 1914. Creator
The 6 Metre class Vanda, Stella and Lanka racing upwind, 1914

The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yacht Jean, 1922

The 6 Metre sailing yacht Patience, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre sailing yacht Patience, 1922

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"Unveiling the Legacy of International Rule: A Glimpse into Kirk & Sons of Cowes' Masterpieces" Step back in time and witness the breathtaking beauty yachts crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes. From Cremona crashing through a wave in 1913 to the majestic Stella sailing close-hauled in 1914, these vessels epitomize elegance and innovation. Intriguing trivia surrounds these masterpieces, like the 12 Metre class yacht gracefully navigating close-hauled waters in 1939. The Womba II running downwind under spinnaker in 1914 showcases both power and grace, while Lanka, Wamba, and Stella engage in an exhilarating race on a reaching leg. Marvel at Vanda as it sails with precision on a broad reach in 1913 or admire Ancora (K3) gliding effortlessly under its vibrant spinnaker that same year. Margaret (K14), a stunning six-metre sailing yacht from 1921, demonstrates impeccable craftsmanship as it conquers the challenges of sailing close-hauled. Moored with flags proudly fluttering, Cremona exudes regality amidst its peers in 1913. Lastly, Garraveen (H7), an eight-metre marvel created by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, commands attention as it skillfully maneuvers while sailing close-hauled. These captivating images capture not only the artistry but also the spirit behind international rule yachts. They symbolize an era where design prowess met sporting excellence—a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries on waterways worldwide. Let us cherish this glimpse into history's maritime treasures—testaments to timeless craftsmanship that continue inspiring awe even today.