Magdalena Sibylle of Prussia

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Magdalena Sibylle of Prussia
Born31 December 1612
Königsberg, Duchy of Prussia
Died20 March 1687 (aged 74)
Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia
SpouseChristian I, Elector of Saxony
IssueJohann Georg III
HouseHouse of Hohenzollern
FatherAlbert Frederick, Duke of Prussia
MotherMarie Eleonore of Cleves


Magdalena Sibylle of Prussia (31 December 1612 – 20 March 1687) was a Princess of Prussia by birth and Electress of Saxony by marriage to Christian I, Elector of Saxony. She was born in Königsberg, Duchy of Prussia, as the daughter of Albert Frederick, Duke of Prussia and Marie Eleonore of Cleves.

Magdalena Sibylle married Christian I, Elector of Saxony, and they had one son, Johann Georg III, who succeeded his father as Elector of Saxony.

Throughout her life, Magdalena Sibylle was known for her charitable works and support of the arts. She was a patron of several artists and musicians, contributing to the cultural development of the region.

After the death of her husband, Magdalena Sibylle retired to Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia, where she spent her remaining years. She passed away on 20 March 1687 at the age of 74.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Magdalena Sibylle of Prussia is remembered for her contributions to the arts and her philanthropic endeavors. Her legacy lives on through the cultural institutions she supported during her lifetime.

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