Johan Anker

Called the master of lines: a three-time Olympic sailor who drew Metre boats of exceptional beauty and, in 1929, the Dragon — one of the most widely built keelboats ever.

Firm

Bought Jensen's yard in 1905, forming Anker & Jensen — Anker designed, Jensen built; sole owner from 1915, name retained

Olympics

Competed 1908, 1912 and 1928; gold in the 12-Metre (1912) and 6-Metre (1928)

• 1912Magda IX — 12-Metre, Olympic gold
• 1929Dragon — spread to 26 or more countries; long an Olympic class
• —6-, 8-, 12- and 15-Metre yachts — including Isabel-Alexandra (1913) and Neptune (1917)