English frontiersman and scout in the United States (1845–1930) who was the inspiration for the character Deadwood Dick. Scarce glossy 3.5 x 5.5 full-length photo of Clarke, signed vertically in ink, “Richard Wm. Clarke, (Deadwood Dick).” In very good condition, with light toning, surface marks, some light emulsion, and some irregular adhesion to the signature. Accompanied by a leatherbound memorial record, TLSs, receipts, a check, and a bank ledger from the town of Deadwood. RRAuction COA.
