Design No. 1196
Speedwell
Design 1196 is a steam yacht design recorded in the Alfred Mylne archive under the working name Speedwell. A single drawing survives in the collection, preserving evidence of Mylne's design activity in this vessel type. Details concerning the original commission, builder, dimensions, and construction history are not currently documented in the available archive material.
Original Drawings · 1 sheet
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Built by 'James Adam, Yacht Builder, Gourock'
Historical Context
Alfred Mylne's design practice encompassed a range of vessel types suited to different purposes and technical requirements. Steam propulsion represented a significant development in yacht design during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, offering reliability and independence from wind conditions. Mylne's engagement with steam yacht design reflects the technological diversity expected of a designer of his standing and the varied aspirations of his clientele.