Who painted Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri?

Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri was painted by Christopher Paudiß in 1660.

Where can I see Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri?

Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri?

Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

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Artwork

Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri

Christopher Paudiß , 1660

Portrait of a man with dark hair, probably Alphons Zeffiri is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Christopher Paudiß. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Created in 1660, this oil on canvas portrait shows a dark‑haired man in a white shirt with a high collar and a black coat.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1660, this oil on canvas portrait shows a dark‑haired man in a white shirt with a high collar and a black coat. He rests his right hand, bearing a ring, on his chest while looking slightly to the right with a serious expression. The background is a warm brown, and the overall tone conveys quiet contemplation.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, traditionally identified as Alphons Zeffiri, is presented with an air of refinement; his attire and poised gesture suggest status and personal dignity. The restrained pose and direct gaze invite viewers to consider his inner character rather than external narrative.

Technique & Style

The work reflects Flemish Baroque sensibilities through its use of chiaroscuro, which models the figure with strong light‑dark contrasts and gives a three‑dimensional presence. The painter’s handling of texture—particularly in the hair, fabric, and skin—demonstrates a refined oil technique characteristic of mid‑17th‑century portraiture.

History & Provenance

Attributed to Christoph Paudiß, a Bavarian artist trained in the Netherlands under Rembrandt, the painting entered the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, where it remains. Paudiß, born in 1630 in Lower Saxony, spent his career in Freising, Upper Bavaria, until his death in 1666.