In recent times the Duke of Clarence and Avondale has been the center of rumors that he committed, or was responsible for, the Jack the Ripper murders in 1888. However, these theories have been comprehensively dismissed by reputable historians, who note, among other factors, that the Prince was in Scotland at the time of several of the murders. Handsome original vintage sepia 4 x 6 cabinet photo by W. & D. Downey of London, a nice half-length pose of the Prince in a suit and tie, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Edward, Sept./84.” In fine condition, with lightly trimmed borders, a bit of mild silvering and some scattered light surface marks, not affecting overall image. R&R COA.
