The Burgundian Netherlands refers to a collection of territories in the Low Countries that were ruled by the House of Burgundy during the 15th century. This region included modern-day countries such as Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of the Netherlands and France. The Burgundian Dukes, particularly Philip the Good and Charles the Bold, expanded their influence through strategic marriages and military conquests, uniting various provinces. Under Burgundian rule, the region experienced significant economic growth and cultural flourishing. Cities like Bruges and Ghent became important trade centers, while the arts thrived, leading to the development of the Flemish Primitives in painting. The Burgundian Netherlands laid the groundwork for the later emergence of the Habsburg Netherlands.