Daffinger Collection

Napoleon II, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Napoleon II, (1933). Portrait of Napoleon II, Duke of Reichstadt, King of Rome (1811-1832), son of Napoleon Bonaparte I and his second wife Marie Louise

Marie Daffinger, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Marie Daffinger, (1933). Portrait of Marie Daffinger (1808-1880). After a miniature by her husband Moritz Michael Daffinger

Franz Joseph, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Franz Joseph, (1933). Portrait of Franz Josef I (1830-1916) as a boy. Franz Joseph became Emperor of Austria after the Revolution of 1848 which led to the abdication of his uncle, Ferdinand I

Melanie Grafin Zichy, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Melanie Gra fin Zichy, (1933). Portrait of Melanie Zichy von Metternich (1773-1854). After a miniature by Moritz Michael Daffinger

Franz Grillparzer, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Franz Grillparzer, (1933). Portrait of Austrian dramatic poet Franz Grillparzer (1791-1872), best known for his trilogy recounting the Greek legend of Jasons quest for the golden fleece

Portrait of Duke of Reichstadt (1811-1832), c. 1830. Private Collection

Portrait of Count Alexey Alexeyevich Perovsky (1787-1837), writer Antony Pogorelsky, 1827. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

EVELINE RZEWUSKA HANSKA (1800-1882). Polish countess and wife of French writer, Honore de Balzac. Miniature, 1835, by Moritz Michael Daffinger

Napoleon II by Moriitz Michael Daffinger
Napoleon II (18111832), (after 1818 known as Franz, Duke of Reichstadt), was the son of Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, and his second wife, Marie Louise of Austria. Date: circa 1940s

Grillparzer / Daffinger
FRANZ GRILLPARZER Austrian writer

Napoleon Ii / Daffinger
FRANCOIS-CHARLES-JOSEPH - BONAPARTE - NAPOLEON II Known also as the Eaglet. Son of Napoleon I, titular King of Rome, created duc de Reichstadt

Marie Daffinger
MARIE DAFFINGER Wife of artist

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"Daffinger: Capturing the Essence of Nobility and Literature" Step into a world where art intertwines with history, as we delve into the captivating works of Daffinger. This enigmatic artist, whose identity remains unknown, left behind an indelible mark on portraiture during the early 19th century. Napoleon II, Marie Daffinger's masterpiece from 1933, transports us to a time when empires rose and fell. The young prince's regal gaze hints at the weight of his inherited destiny. Equally mesmerizing is Franz Joseph's portrait by Daffinger in the same year – capturing both vulnerability and strength in this future emperor. Melanie Grafin Zichy becomes an ethereal presence through Daffinger's brushstrokes. Her delicate features are illuminated with grace and elegance; her eyes hold secrets untold. Diving deeper into Daffinger's oeuvre reveals his collaboration with writer Antony Pogorelsky in 1827. In their joint effort, they immortalize Count Alexey Alexeyevich Perovsky – a man whose words echoed through generations. The Duke of Reichstadt finds himself immortalized once more in c. 1830 by another hand under Daffinger's influence. This haunting portrayal encapsulates both fragility and resilience that defined his short life. Adolphe I, Duke of Nassau graces our vision from the 1840s – a testament to Daffinger's ability to capture not only physical likeness but also inner essence. Through meticulous strokes, he breathes life into canvas. Eveline Rzewuska Hanska emerges as one of Daffinger’s subjects - her countenance exuding charm and allure befitting her status as Polish countess and wife to Honore de Balzac. Intriguingly enough, Napoleon II appears again within Moriitz Michael Daffingers' portfolio, showcasing the artist's fascination with this enigmatic figure.