The book
You must read the underexposed story of Margaret of Parma, a governess, art lover, and Italian society figure. Commissioned by the City of Oudenaarde, curator Dr Katrien Lichtert, together with 15 subject specialists, wrote the first international and wide-ranging book dedicated to this fascinating figure, who has slipped through the cracks of history until recently.
This richly illustrated publication rehabilitates a woman who played a key role in the Habsburg Netherlands and the turbulent sixteenth century. Authors from different disciplines look at every aspect of Margaret’s life and times, to ensure that the emperor’s daughter finally occupies her rightful place in history. Curious about who Margaret of Parma was as a person and as a woman-in-power? Then get the unique exhibition catalogue, the reference work on Margaret's impressive life path during the turbulent period of the 16th century.
You must read the underexposed story of Margaret of Parma, a governess, art lover, and Italian society figure. Commissioned by the City of Oudenaarde, curator Dr Katrien Lichtert, together with 15 subject specialists, wrote the first international and wide-ranging book dedicated to this fascinating figure, who has slipped through the cracks of history until recently.
This richly illustrated publication rehabilitates a woman who played a key role in the Habsburg Netherlands and the turbulent sixteenth century. Authors from different disciplines look at every aspect of Margaret’s life and times, to ensure that the emperor’s daughter finally occupies her rightful place in history. Curious about who Margaret of Parma was as a person and as a woman-in-power? Then get the unique exhibition catalogue, the reference work on Margaret's impressive life path during the turbulent period of the 16th century.
About the book
- Published accompanying the exhibition at MOU
- Hardcover, richly illustrated, 240 pages
- Available in Dutch and English at €45
- For sale in the museum shop, in bookshops or via hannibalbooks.be