Design No. 1197
S.Y. 'Chimera'
Design 1197 represents a steam yacht project from the Alfred Mylne archive. The design is documented by a single drawing. Limited information survives regarding the vessel's specifications, builder, or client. This entry reflects the archival record as it currently exists, acknowledging gaps in provenance and technical data.
Original Drawings · 1 sheet
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Ketch Cutter rig
Historical Context
The Mylne design office operated during a period spanning steam and sailing yacht development. Steam propulsion represented a significant evolution in yacht design during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, offering owners increased reliability and independence from weather conditions. The designation of Chimera as a steam yacht indicates its reliance on mechanical propulsion, distinguishing it from the sailing yachts for which Mylne became particularly celebrated. The survival of a single drawing suggests the design may have been preliminary or that comprehensive documentation has been lost to time.