Archduke of Austria and Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary (1858-1889) who died in a suicide pact with his mistress, Baroness Mary Vetsera, bringing an effective end to the Habsburg dynasty. Extremely rare 4 x 5.75 cabinet photo of the 18-year-old crown prince in a head-and-shoulders pose, signed in black ink, "Juli 1877, Rudolf." Published by K. K. Hof-Atelier Adele of Vienna. In fine condition, with some light soiling and foxing.
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