Together with the grand banks fishing schooner, named Blue Nose II (1963). 56 x 70 cm.
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A static wooden model of the America's Cup Yacht America (1851). 67 x 57 cm.
Together with the grand banks fishing schooner, named Blue Nose II (1963). 56 x 70 cm.
During the early part of the 19th century the British had established a reputation for ocean yacht racing. America's oldest surviving yacht club, The New York Yacht Club, under Commodore John Stevens, decided to build a fast racing schooner. The club engaged a young designer named George Steers. The ship was delivered in May, 1851, and was beautifully proportioned. She was named the America. (2)
Together with the grand banks fishing schooner, named Blue Nose II (1963). 56 x 70 cm.
During the early part of the 19th century the British had established a reputation for ocean yacht racing. America's oldest surviving yacht club, The New York Yacht Club, under Commodore John Stevens, decided to build a fast racing schooner. The club engaged a young designer named George Steers. The ship was delivered in May, 1851, and was beautifully proportioned. She was named the America. (2)
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