Madonna Del Libro Italian Tapestry – 20 in. x 27 in. Cotton/Viscose/Polyester by Sandro Botticelli

Madonna Del Libro, or Madonna of the Book, is an Italian jacquard wall tapestry. The art comes from a small painting by the Italian Renaissance Master Sandro Botticelli, and is preserved in the Poldi Pezzoli Museum in Milan. The painting is executed in tempera on panel. It dates from between 1480 and 1483.

Brand:
Artist:	Sandro Botticelli
Composition:	80% Cotton, 20% Viscose and Polyester blend.
Finish:	Backed with lining and tunnel for easy hanging
Origin:	Woven in Italy
Color:	Brown

Dimensions:	Weight:
H: 12" - W: 8"	1 lbs
H: 27" - W: 20"	2 lbs

Madonna del Libro Italian Tapestry — Sacred Renaissance Art for Your Wall

The Madonna del Libro tapestry faithfully reproduces the classic painting Madonna of the Book by the Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, now preserved at the Poldi Pezzoli Museum in Milan. Woven with premium materials — 80% cotton blended with viscose and polyester — and finished with a lined backing and hanging tunnel, this piece blends fine craftsmanship with devotional art. Its gentle color palette and warm tone create an atmosphere of serenity and reverence — perfect for homes, chapels, or any interior seeking classical elegance.

As an authentic Belgian / Italian-style tapestry wall hanging, this piece brings both spiritual heritage and timeless décor value to your space.

Renaissance Symbolism & Deep Spiritual Meaning

In the original painting, Mary holds an open book—often interpreted as a Book of Hours—while the Christ Child sits by her side. The imagery conveys devotion, knowledge, and maternal tenderness. According to art historians, subtle details — such as symbolic still-life elements like fruit or the book itself — allude to Christ’s future sacrifice and spiritual themes of salvation and redemption.

By bringing this symbolic art into your home, the tapestry becomes more than decoration — it becomes a meaningful tribute to faith, love, and tradition.

Authentic Woven Craftsmanship & Classic Wall Art Quality

Unlike printed reproductions, this work is produced using jacquard weaving techniques that embed the design directly into the fabric. This authentic process yields rich texture, depth, and enduring durability — attributes that define true tapestry wall art. As described for tapestry art, this is “a heavy, patterned woven textile … used for wall hangings or decorative upholstery.”

With a lined backing and hanging tunnel, the tapestry is ready to display and built to last — making it a long-term decorative investment rather than a temporary print.

Versatile Decor — From Sacred Spaces to Elegant Homes

The refined imagery and classical tone of this tapestry make it suitable for a wide variety of settings:

• A home altar, chapel, or prayer room — for devotional ambience and meditation
  
• A living room, study, or dining room — adding Renaissance elegance and historical charm
  
• A hallway, entryway, or gallery wall — as a focal point to draw the eye and spark contemplation
• A gift for those appreciating religious art, classical décor, or thoughtful, meaningful wall hangings

Whether your space is traditional, vintage, or classically elegant, these tapestries complements it beautifully — blending sacred art and home décor into one timeless piece.