Dorset (1753)

Scale 1:48. A drawing of the Dorset ex Dublin (1753), a yacht for the Viceroy of Ireland. Showing sheer lines with inboard detail, body plan with stern board, and longitudinal half-breadth. An inscription on the reverse states: 'Dorset yacht Built at Deptford Begun by Mr Fellows and launched by Mr Tho Slade in 1753'.

Object Details

ID: NPD0783
Collection: Ship Plans
Type: Drawing
Display location: Not on display
Date made: circa 1752
Credit: © Crown copyright. National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 270 mm x 760 mm