His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh was not only consort to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Il, but also one of Britain's most passionate yachtsmen. Sailing was at the heart of his private life and he relished often the competition of Cowes Week, where he frequently raced with skill and determination. More than a sport, it was something he shared with his family, many of whom took their first lessons aboard the treasured Royal yacht Bloodhound. These formative moments at sea became part of the family's lifelong bond with sailing. The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust generously donated this mizzen sail from those years in the 1960s when he was most active on the water. The canvas of the sail was heavily stretched and tired, marked by decades of exposure to wind and the elements. Its mast-track sliders have aged into a remarkable sea-green hue, a patina of history that spoke quietly of its journeys. In creating this artwork, I wished not only to preserve the sail, but also to honour the Duke's personal legacy and his role as Patron of the Royal Thames Yacht Club, currently celebrating its 250th anniversary. The Duke’s portrait, one of the most famous icons of the twentieth century, is repeated across the surface in a rhythmic sequence, reminiscent of a sheet of commemorative royal stamps. This repetition reflects both his public role & his enduring presence in British life. The weather-beaten sail beneath the images grounds the work in authenticity, making it both a portrait and a relic, a celebration of the man, his family and his indelible place in Britain's maritime heritage.