Design No. 75

Seagull

1903Restored in Brest 2003, visited Clyde that summer, no engine, painted pale green.

Design 75 represents one of Alfred Mylne's early works. A yacht named Seagull was constructed to this design in 1903. The design survives in the archive as five original drawings, providing insight into Mylne's practice during the early years of the twentieth century. Further details regarding the vessel's dimensions, rig configuration, and builder await clarification from additional archival sources.

Original Drawings · 5 sheets

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Dimensions

LOA12.0 m / 40 ft
LOD9.1 m / 30 ft
LWL7.0 m / 23 ft
Beam2.6 m / 9 ft
Draft1.4 m / 5 ft
Sail Area627 sq ft

Notes

Complete restoration in 1988 and 2003 by Guip Shipyard.

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Historical Context

Alfred Mylne's design practice encompassed the period from the 1890s through the mid-twentieth century. Design 75, dating to 1903, falls within his established period of yacht design work. The early years of Mylne's career coincided with significant developments in British yacht design and construction. The survival of multiple original drawings for designs from this era reflects the professional standards of Mylne's office and the systematic documentation maintained throughout his practice.