Maria Angelina Doukaina Palaiologina

Maria Angelina Doukaina Palaiologina, born in the year thirteen fifty, was a prominent politician in the region of Epirus. She ascended to power in the year thirteen eighty-four, following the tragic assassination of her husband, Thomas Preljubović. Her reign, though brief, was marked by her resilience and dedication to the governance of her territory.

Before her rule, Maria and Thomas were celebrated figures in the cultural landscape of Ioannina, where they served as patrons of the arts from the year thirteen sixty-six until Thomas's death in thirteen eighty-four. Their partnership not only strengthened their political influence but also enriched the artistic heritage of the region.

Maria's legacy is further immortalized in various icons, where she is depicted with grace and dignity, reflecting her status and the respect she commanded during her lifetime. Her contributions to the political and cultural spheres of Epirus continue to be remembered as a testament to her strength and vision.