L. Francis Herreshoff collection [naval architecture drawings], 1887-1977

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L. Francis Herreshoff collection [naval architecture drawings], 1887-1977

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The L. Francis Herreshoff collection consists of designs that Herreshoff produced as an independant designer for racing and cruising yachts, canoes, kayaks and other small craft. Early work for W. Starling Burgess and illustrations from Norman L. Skene's book "Elements of Yacht Design" are included as well as the work of other designers.

1,511 sheets representing 486 designs

G. W. Blunt White Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7919436

G. W. Blunt White Library

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George Lawley & Son Corp.

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Herreshoff, L. Francis (Lewis Francis), 1890-1972

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Lewis Francis Herreshoff (1890-1972), the son of Nathanael G. Herreshoff, was a naval architect, editor and author of numerous books and articles. As a young man, Mr. Herreshoff had the opportunity to work in each area of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Co. During World War I, he designed for the U. S. Navy, and he later worked for naval architect W. Starling Burgess. By 1926, he was self-employed, designing racing and cruising yachts, canoes, kayaks and other small craft. His racing yachts include...

Herreshoff, Nathanael Greene, 1848-1938

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Skene, Norman L. (Norman Locke), 1878-1932

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Herreshoff Manufacturing Company

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