Who painted Selbstbildnis?

Selbstbildnis was painted by Friedrich Staudinger in 1868.

Where can I see Selbstbildnis?

Selbstbildnis is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

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Artwork

Selbstbildnis

Friedrich Staudinger , 1868

Selbstbildnis is an oil painting by Friedrich Staudinger. It dates from 1868 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1868, this oil painting is a self‑portrait by the German artist Friedrich Staudinger. The work measures a modest size and is part of the collection of Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum, where it is displayed among 19th‑century European paintings.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas shows Staudinger himself, an older man with greying hair, a full beard and mustache, dressed in a dark jacket over a white collared shirt. He looks to the right, his expression serious and reflective, suggesting a contemplative self‑examination typical of portraiture of the period.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, the artist employs a limited palette dominated by deep blacks and muted earth tones. The rendering of the fabric and facial hair demonstrates careful modeling, while the stark background isolates the figure, enhancing the sense of depth and three‑dimensionality.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Kunsthistorisches Museum’s holdings in the early 20th century, though the precise acquisition details remain undocumented. It has been catalogued under the museum’s inventory number Q28001705 and is referenced in the institution’s records of 19th‑century German art.

Context

Staudinger worked during a time when German portraiture emphasized realism and psychological insight. His self‑portrait aligns with contemporary trends that favored sober, introspective depictions over idealized or romanticized representations.