Marriage of Mary of Burgundy and Maximilian I
- When
- 1477
- Where
- Ghent
- Episodes
- 1
Mary of Burgundy married Maximilian I in Ghent on 19 August 1477. The union followed the death of her father, Charles the Bold, and aimed to secure the Burgundian inheritance against French claims.
Episodes
Background and detail
Political Context. Following the death of Charles the Bold at the Battle of Nancy in January 1477, Mary inherited the Valois-Burgundian lands. She faced immediate challenges from Louis XI of France and internal unrest, necessitating a strategic alliance to defend her dominions.
The Wedding. The marriage ceremony took place in Ghent on 19 August 1477. Mary was twenty years old, while Maximilian was two years younger. The event was commemorated by medals and later depicted in monumental paintings, marking a significant dynastic shift.
People involved
- Mary of Burgundy · Bride, Duchess of Burgundy
- Maximilian I · Groom, Holy Roman Emperor
Sources
- Mary of Burgundy Wikipedia
- Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-08
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