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Maximilian I & Maria

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Marriage of MAXIMILIAN I and MARIA OF BURGUNDY: he places a ring on her finger

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1459 1519 Burgundy Finger Maria Maximilian Places Ring


EDITORS COMMENTS
Maximilian I, the Holy Roman Emperor, and Maria of Burgundy, the daughter of Philip the Handsome and Juana of Castile, exchanged marriage vows on January 27, 1519, in the grandiose setting of the Castle of the Louvre in Paris. This historic moment was captured in a painting that depicts Maximilian placing a ring on Maria's finger during the ceremony. Maximilian I, born in 1459 in Austria, was a prominent figure in European politics and military affairs. He was crowned King of the Romans in 1486 and later elected Holy Roman Emperor in 1508. Maria, born in 1457 in the Netherlands, was the last sovereign of the Duchy of Burgundy and brought significant wealth and territories to the imperial house. The marriage of Maximilian and Maria was a strategic alliance aimed at strengthening the power and influence of the Habsburg dynasty. The union also marked the beginning of a new era in European history, as it paved the way for the Habsburg dominance in Europe for centuries to come. The painting captures the solemnity and grandeur of the occasion. Maximilian, dressed in his imperial robes, gazes intently at Maria as he places the ring on her finger. Maria, with a serene expression, accepts the ring, signifying her commitment to the marriage. The painting also features the couple's entourage, including their respective families and high-ranking nobles, who witness the historic event. The intricate details of the painting, from the ornate costumes to the opulent decorations, reflect the wealth and power of the Habsburg dynasty during that time. The painting is a testament to the significance of the marriage of Maximilian and Maria in European history and serves as a reminder of the complex political alliances and power struggles that shaped the continent during the late Middle Ages.

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