A large "plank on frame" pond yacht, England, early 20th century
A large "plank on frame" pond yacht, England, early 20th century
A massive antique gaff rigged cutter pond yacht, lovely “plank on frame” shark fin 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.
This yacht would have been part of the Pond Yacht Club scene, competing in Britain against other similar yachts. Of carved wood construction, the hull is colloquially termed as plank on frame. This means that the hull construction consists of planks of wood over a shaped frame or skeleton which would have the effect of making the yacht lighter than its competitors using carved wood hulls.
These advanced model yachts went from being a more or less childish pastime to a sport calling for great skill and accuracy which boomed in the early part of the 20th century. Today these pond yachts are extremely decorative and a great addition to any home.
Condition: completely reconditioned to an excellent standard, please refer to photographs
Dimensions: 146cm high, 144cm wide, 17cm deep (including stand); hull size: 22cm high, 90cm wide, 17cm deep
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