Maria of Brandenburg was a German noblewoman born in 1430, known for her role as a member of the House of Hohenzollern. She was the daughter of John, Margrave of Brandenburg and Catherine of Saxony. Maria became the Duchess of Saxony through her marriage to Henry IV, Duke of Saxony in 1446. Maria's marriage strengthened political alliances between the Brandenburg and Saxony regions. She had several children, contributing to the continuation of noble lineages. Maria passed away in 1481, leaving a legacy tied to the dynastic politics of her time.