Diana
Diana was built in 1903 by A. Robertson & Sons at Sandbank to A. Mylne & Co. Design 76, known as Sunbeam. The vessel was constructed during the early years of the design office, when Mylne's practice was establishing itself as a significant force in Scottish yacht design. Little information survives regarding Diana's service history, dimensions, or construction details. Her current status and location remain unknown.
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Details
Design Archive
Sail PlanDesign No. 76
Sunbeam
Designed 1903
Sister Yachts
3 other vessels built to the same design.
Historical Context
Diana was built during the formative years of A. Mylne & Co., when the design office was consolidating its reputation in Scottish yacht design circles. The early 1900s saw Mylne producing designs across a range of classes and types; Design 76 appears to have been a significant offering during this period. A. Robertson & Sons of Sandbank was among the capable builders employed by yacht designers of the Clyde, and the partnership between Mylne's office and Robertson reflects the strong professional networks within early 20th-century Scottish yacht building. The loss of detailed records for many vessels from this era, including Diana, is not uncommon, particularly for yachts that did not achieve prominence in racing or were not extensively documented in contemporary maritime press.