Design No. 1080
S.S.Y. 'Norian'
Design 1080 represents a steam yacht proposal by Alfred Mylne, originally designated S.S.Y. 'Norian'. The design survives in the Mylne archive as a pair of drawings, providing insight into Mylne's approach to steam yacht design during his career. Complete documentation regarding construction, dimensions, and vessel history remains unavailable at present.
Original Drawings · 2 sheets
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Historical Context
Steam propulsion revolutionised yacht design from the mid-nineteenth century onwards, allowing owners greater independence from wind and tide. Alfred Mylne's practice encompassed steam yacht design alongside his well-documented sailing yacht work. The 'S.S.Y.' designation was standard nomenclature for steam-driven vessels of pleasure yacht size during this period. Design 1080 forms part of Mylne's broader body of work, though specific dates and biographical details cannot be established from the available archival data. The preservation of two drawings suggests this design reached at least a preliminary development stage within the office.