Design No. 459
Unnamed Design
Design 459 represents Alfred Mylne's work in auxiliary ketch design. The design is documented in the archive through twelve original drawings. Whilst specific details regarding dimensions, construction, or commissioning remain incomplete in the current record, the design files themselves form part of the comprehensive Mylne collection maintained by the archive.
Original Drawings · 12 sheets
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Historical Context
Alfred Mylne's design practice encompassed a wide variety of vessel types suited to different maritime purposes and regions. Auxiliary ketches—two-masted sailing vessels with auxiliary power—represented a practical solution for yacht owners requiring both sailing performance and reliable mechanical propulsion. Mylne's designs from this period demonstrate his engagement with working vessel types and cruising yachts adapted to varying conditions. Design 459 sits within this broader context of practical yacht design, though the specific circumstances of its conception and realisation await fuller documentation.