Rudolf Asper
Born in 1552.
Died in 1611.
Rudolf Asper was an artist whose principal activity is documented as that of a painter. He produced notable works, including for the Saal der Konstaffel in Brunnen, as well as sundials and panels intended for the guild halls in Zurich. Asper is also known for his contributions to the creation of coats of arms.
He was the father of Andreas the Elder, the son of Hans I, and the brother of Hans Rudolf Asper, underscoring his family ties within the artistic milieu of his time.