Design No. 1174
S.Y.'Medea'
Design 1174 represents Alfred Mylne's work on a steam yacht designated S.Y. Medea. A vessel bearing this name was constructed in 1904, though detailed specifications and builder information for this particular design remain incomplete in the archive records. The design survives as a single drawing within the Mylne collection.
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For more information on SY Medea see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medea_%28yacht%29
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Historical Context
The early 1900s marked a period of transition in yacht design. Steam propulsion, whilst established, coexisted with sailing vessels and hybrid designs. Mylne's practice reflected this transitional period, with commissions spanning both categories. Steam yachts of this era were typically owned by wealthy patrons who valued reliability and comfort alongside aesthetic considerations. The name Medea appears in classical mythology, a choice not uncommon for vessels of this period. Design 1174's place within Mylne's broader output suggests it was one among numerous commissions during an active phase of his practice.