Maria of Cleves

About

French noble (1426-1487)

Quick Facts

Name: Maria of Cleves
Born: 1426-09-19
Died: 1487-08-23
Occupation: poet / writer
Citizenship: France
Birthplace: Duchy of Cleves

Relationships

Spouses & partners

SpouseCharles I, Duke of OrléansFrom 1440-11-06

Family

FatherAdolph I
MotherMarie of Burgundy
SiblingMargaret of Cleves, Duchess of Bavaria-Munich
SiblingCatherine of Cleves
SiblingElisabeth of Cleves, Countess of Schwarzburg-Blankenburg

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Languages

Spoken, written or signed

Middle French

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q271499 ↗
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Facts retrieved 30 Oct 2026, 08:57 UTC.