Marine Art Giclée Print from an Original Oil Painting
Endeavour, a 130-foot J Class sloop, was commissioned by Sir T.O.M. Sopwith and
built by Camper & Nicholson at Gosport England to challenge for the America's
Cup in 1934. Having prepared his campaign in Shamrock V, Sopwith was keen to
ensure that this yacht was the most advanced design possible. With his
experience designing aircraft Sopwith applied aviation technology to Endeavour's
rig and winches and spared nothing to make her the finest vessel of her day.
From launching in 1934 she continued her preparation by competing against
Shamrock V (then owned by Sir Richard Fairey) and the newly launched Velsheda
(owned by W.L Stephenson). She swept through the British racing fleet and into
the hearts of yachtsmen the world around, winning many races in her first
season. Like many before her, Endeavour did not win the Cup but she came closer
to doing so than any other challenger.
"The Endeavour - Antigua"
24x36 • Giclée on Canvas • $2900 • CP# 87
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