Abstract

This collection consists primarily of yachts and recreational vessels in sail and power. Mr. Devereux's commercial work is also represented, as well as the work of other designers.

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SP.145.654.1-Lines SP.145.654.2-Construction SP.145.654.3-Outboard Profile and Arrrangement

Abstract The L. Francis Collection consists primarily of Mr. Herreshoff's correspondence between the years 1925 and 1971. In addition, there are drafts of Mr. Herreshoff's books, The Wizard of Bristol, Common Sense of Yacht Design, The Complete Cruiser, and Introduction to Yachting. Drafts of various articles written by L. Francis Herreshoff for Rudder magazine are present, as are miscellaneous types of information relative to many of his designs. Finally, there are numerous memos and monographs,...

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SP.145.608.1-Offsets SP.145.608.2-Lines SP.145.608.3-Construction Plan SP.145.608.4-Sail and Deck Plan

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SP.145.717.1-Sail and Deck Plans SP.145.717.2-Offsets SP.145.717.3-Construction Plan SP.145.717.4-Cabin Arrangement SP.145.717.5-Body Plan SP.145.717.6-Lines

Abstract

This collection is composed of plans received individually or in groups small enough that the creation of a distinct collection is not required. This collection will continue to grow and expand as additional plans are received.

Abstract

Collection, 1926-1988, contains the business and personal correspondence, poetry, drafts of “Rudder” magazine articles, school papers, Coast Guard ID, and personal journals of L. Francis Herreshoff collected by Muriel Vaughn as well as Mrs. Vaughn’s personal and business correspondence. This collection complements the L. Francis Herreshoff manuscript collection (Coll. 138) and ships plans collection (Coll. 38).

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SP.145.658.1-Sail and Deck Plans SP.145.658.2-Construction-Cabin Plan SP.145.658.3-Lines SP.145.658.4-Offsets

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SP.145.664.1-Offsets SP.145.664.2-Profile SP.145.664.3-Construction and Arrangement SP.145.664.4-Lines SP.145.664.5-Sail and Deck Plan

Abstract Illustrations of plans designed by Philip L. Rhodes from as early as his 1916 hydroplane to a diesel yacht of 1973. Illustrations depict all types of vessels from small recreational dinghies to large yachts and commercial cargo, as well as many one design and class boats. Very little military work is included. Advertising material for Rhodes designs is represented, as well as extensive correspondence for the design, construction and racing of the America's Cup defender, WEATHERLY. The...