Design No. 1071
S.Y. 'Iolair'
Design 1071 represents a steam yacht commission in the archive of Alfred Mylne, the distinguished Scottish naval architect. The vessel, originally named S.Y. Iolair, reflects Mylne's engagement with steam propulsion during the period when such vessels remained prevalent among yacht owners. One drawing survives in the archive, documenting the design intent, though comprehensive details of construction and subsequent history remain incomplete.
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ex Greta, Designed and built by Scott & Co, Greenock in 1876, ex greta. Built of Iron and belonging to a Miss Finnie from Ardrossan (from Lloyds 1900). Double expansion 2 cylinder steam engine with 9in and 18in diameter pistons and a 15in stroke. (20HP) built by Greenock Foundry Company. GT 40.37, NT 27.45, Thames Tonnage 53. She carried a schooner rig with sails by Ratsey & Lapthorne (1881). Signal letters Q.C.M.J.
Historical Context
Alfred Mylne established himself as a leading naval architect during a period of significant transition in yacht design and propulsion technology. The prevalence of steam yachts in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries reflected both technological advancement and the preferences of yacht-owning clientele who could afford the operational costs of steam machinery. Mylne's willingness to undertake commissions across both sail and steam indicates the breadth of his professional expertise. The archive of his designs, numbering over one thousand entries, represents a comprehensive record of Scottish yacht design practice during this transformative period in maritime history.