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The Contest for the America Cup, the Rival Yachts (litho)
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The Contest for the America Cup, the Rival Yachts (litho)
1628821 The Contest for the America Cup, the Rival Yachts (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Contest for the America Cup, the Rival Yachts. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 October 1901.
H C Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22820788
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
28 September America Cup Columbia Contest Govan Lower New York New York City New York Remains Shamrock Ii Vue De New York Yachting Yachts Horseshoe Bay
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The Contest for the America Cup, the Rival Yachts
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. This lithograph by Henry Charles Seppings Wright takes us back to a thrilling moment in yachting history. The scene captures the intense competition between two legendary vessels - Columbia and Shamrock II - as they race against each other in the prestigious America Cup. Set on September 26th, with a moderate breeze blowing through Horseshoe Bay, these magnificent yachts navigate through heavy swells with grace and determination. The challengers' sails are filled with wind, propelling them forward towards victory. In this exhilarating contest, every maneuver counts as both crews skillfully navigate their way towards triumph. As we gaze at this print, we can almost feel the excitement in the air. The viewer is transported to that very moment when these rival yachts battled it out on the open sea. With Valkyrie III blanketing behind them and Revenue Cutter Govan keeping a watchful eye from afar, all eyes were fixed on this epic race. Wright's detailed engraving beautifully captures not only the grandeur of these majestic vessels but also showcases New York City's stunning skyline as a backdrop. This artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding spirit of competition. "The Contest for the America Cup" remains an iconic image that celebrates both nautical prowess and sporting excellence. It reminds us of our enduring fascination with yacht racing and its ability to captivate audiences around the world.
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