Princess Maria Theresa of Bavaria was born on July 13, 1792, in Munich, Germany. She was a member of the House of Wittelsbach and the daughter of King Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria and his wife, Princess Caroline of Baden. Maria Theresa played a significant role in the cultural and social life of her time, known for her charitable works and support of the arts. In 1810, she married Archduke Franz Karl of Austria, becoming part of the Habsburg dynasty. Together, they had several children, including the future Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria. Maria Theresa's life was marked by her dedication to family and her influence within the royal court.