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Premium Framed Print : The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 250 ton schooner Germania sails close-hauled, 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 Close Hauled 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 Sailing Yacht Schooner William Umpleby William Umpleby Kirk Yacht
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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 cuts through the water, sails billowing in the wind, as it navigates close-hauled in 1911. This print captures a moment of sheer elegance and power on the open seas. Designed by Max Oertz and owned by the esteemed German industrialist Count Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach, Germania was a true masterpiece of maritime engineering. The image showcases the impeccable craftsmanship of Kirk & Sons of Cowes, renowned for their expertise in boat-building during the early 20th century. The gaff-rigged sailboat with its distinctive cutter design stands tall against an idyllic backdrop off England's Isle of Wight. Its monochrome portrayal adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from history. As we gaze upon this remarkable vessel, we are transported back to an era when sailing yachts represented not only luxurious transportation but also symbols of prestige and adventure. The Lee bow dips into the sparkling sea while William Umpleby Kirk skillfully maneuvers at helm. This photograph is more than just a stunning visual; it encapsulates an entire era defined by exploration and innovation in water transport. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our enduring fascination with harnessing nature's elements for travel across vast oceans.
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