20thC English Gaff Rigged Racing Wood Pond Yacht c.1910
20thC English Gaff Rigged Racing Wood Pond Yacht c.1910
Reference Number: B8401
A fantastic Antique 20th Century Bermuda rigged pond yacht, lovely carved mahogany wood hull dating to the first half of the 20th century. The yacht is an example of British pond racing yacht and would have raced against similar yachts in competitions, club against club, all over Britain, sometimes against overseas clubs as well. Just like in real sailing competitions, to make things equal in the race, waterlines had to be the same length, plus overall area of the sails needed to be the same.
Today these pond yachts are extremely decorative and a great addition to any home. This particular yacht is massive, measuring over two meters in height, called an "A-boat" in the Club world. Carved wood construction, This yacht would have been part of the Pond Yacht Club scene, competing in Britain and internationally with other similar yachts.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - Completely reconditioned to perfection.
SIZE
Width: 127cm
Height: 40cm
Total Height: 240cm
Depth: 26cm
