Margaretha van Oostenrijk, dochter van Maximiliaan 1497

This small bronze medal, created in 1497 by an anonymous artist, portrays Margaretha of Austria, the daughter of Maximilian I. The obverse features a bust portrait of Margaretha, while the reverse depicts a figure representing “Victory” holding a wreath and standing on a column. The medal is a remarkable example of Renaissance portraiture, highlighting the importance of the individual and reflecting the growing interest in the visual representation of historical figures. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistry of the period and offers a glimpse into the world of 15th-century European society.