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Margaret of Austria, daughter of Archduke Maximilian of Austria, delivered to the guardianship of King Louis XI of France, 1483 (engraving)
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Margaret of Austria, daughter of Archduke Maximilian of Austria, delivered to the guardianship of King Louis XI of France, 1483 (engraving)
3646329 Margaret of Austria, daughter of Archduke Maximilian of Austria, delivered to the guardianship of King Louis XI of France, 1483 (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret of Austria, daughter of Archduke Maximilian of Austria, delivered to the guardianship of King Louis XI of France, 1483. Illustration for Kulturgeschichtliches Bilderbuch aus drei Jahrhunderten by Georg Hirth (Leipzig and Munchen, 1881-90). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Arriving Guardian Habsburg House Of Valois King Louis Xi Of France Louis 11 King Of France Louis Xi Margaret Of Austria Maximilian I Receiving 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Austria Austrian Austrians Early Xv Century Late Xv Century
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This engraving depicts a significant moment in history, as Margaret of Austria, the daughter of Archduke Maximilian of Austria, is delivered into the guardianship of King Louis XI of France in 1483. The scene portrays an austere and regal atmosphere befitting the medieval era. The young Austrian girl arrives at the French court, surrounded by members of her entourage. She stands before King Louis XI with an air of innocence and vulnerability, yet also exudes a sense of resilience that hints at her future role as a powerful figure in European politics. King Louis XI, known for his prudence and shrewdness, receives Margaret with open arms. His expression reflects both curiosity and anticipation as he takes on the responsibility of guiding this young princess through her formative years. This historical moment symbolizes not only the alliance between two influential European powers but also marks a turning point in Margaret's life. As she steps onto French soil to begin her new journey under royal tutelage, she carries with her the hopes and aspirations of both nations. Burgkmair's masterful engraving captures every intricate detail - from the elaborate costumes to the expressions on each character's face - transporting us back to this pivotal moment in 15th-century Europe. It serves as a reminder that even amidst political alliances and power struggles, there are individuals whose lives are forever shaped by these grand events.
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