Maria van Hongarije, landvoogdes der Nederlanden 1536

This 16th-century silver medal by Ludwig Neufahrer depicts Maria of Hungary, Governor of the Netherlands. The obverse shows a profile portrait of Maria, while the reverse depicts an allegorical representation of the goddess of justice. The medal was likely commissioned to commemorate Maria's rule over the Netherlands, and exemplifies Renaissance-era portraiture and medallic art. The inscription on the obverse reads, "MARIAE REGINA HUNGARIAE," indicating that the subject is Maria, Queen of Hungary. The medal is a valuable historical artifact that provides insight into the artistic and political culture of the 16th century.