Portrait of Margaret of Austria (Portrait of a Young Princess)
- Artist
- Jean Hey
- Date
- c.1491
- Style
- Northern renaissance
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met)
The portrait entitled "Portrait of Margaret of Austria (Portrait of a Young Princess)" exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship of Northern renaissance art. Created using tempera on a panel, this portrait captures Margaret's youthful regal presence. As the first female regent of the Netherlands, Margaret held significant political power as Governor during the early 16th century. The painting vividly reflects her noble status and personal dignity, characteristic of Northern renaissance portraiture, emphasizing her importance as a prominent female figure in European history.
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