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The Yacht America, 1851 (oil on canvas)
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The Yacht America, 1851 (oil on canvas)
450239 The Yacht America, 1851 (oil on canvas) by Fowles, Arthur Wellington (c.1815-78); 29.5x44 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; (add.info.: America was a fast racing schooner designed by George Steers for The New York Yacht Club. She was the first winner in what became known as the " Americas Cup" race in 1851. ); eHolburne Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22667744
© Holburne Museum / Bridgeman Images
Club Designed Dynamic Fast George Open Racer Racing Sailboat Sails Schooner Skies Speed Stormy Victorious Winner Yacht Yachting York Steers
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This print showcases "The Yacht America, 1851" by Arthur Wellington Fowles. Painted with oil on canvas, this masterpiece measures 29.5x44 cm and is currently housed in The Holburne Museum in Bath, UK. "The Yacht America" was a remarkable racing schooner designed by George Steers for The New York Yacht Club. In 1851, she made history as the first winner of what would later be known as the prestigious "America's Cup" race. This painting beautifully captures her victorious spirit and dynamic presence on the open seas. With its billowing sails and flags fluttering proudly in the wind, this artwork transports us to a world of leisurely yachting and exhilarating races. Against a stormy sky backdrop, "The Yacht America" stands out as a symbol of speed and triumph. Fowles masterfully depicts the power of nature through his portrayal of turbulent waves crashing against the yacht's hull. The artist skillfully captures every detail from the intricate rigging to the sleek lines that make up this magnificent vessel. As we admire this painting, we are reminded not only of its artistic beauty but also of its historical significance. It serves as an enduring tribute to American innovation and excellence in sailing during that era. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Fowles' work even more closely while bringing a touch of nautical elegance into our own spaces.
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