Mahaut of Artois was a noblewoman born around 1280 in France. She was the daughter of Robert II of Artois and Mahaut of Brabant. Mahaut became the Countess of Artois and was known for her significant influence in the region during the late 13th and early 14th centuries. She was married to Otto IV of Bavaria, which strengthened her political alliances. Mahaut played a crucial role in the governance of her lands and was involved in various legal and administrative matters. Her life reflects the complexities of noble power dynamics in medieval Europe.