The artwork, titled “Madonna of the Rosegarden,” was created by Sandro Botticelli between 1469 and 1470. This Early Renaissance painting is rendered in tempera on a panel and measures 65 by 124 cm. It belongs to the genre of religious paintings and is currently housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
In the artwork, the Madonna is depicted seated, holding the Christ Child in her arms. The background reveals a serene garden scene marked by lush foliage and a hint of architectural structure, emphasizing the spiritual and otherworldly nature of the subject. Mary’s serene expression and graceful posture evoke a sense of divine tranquility, while the detailed rendering of her garments and the Christ Child’s form highlight Botticelli’s mastery of the tempera medium. The juxtaposition of the ornate, arched structure with the tender interaction between mother and child encapsulates the reverence and sanctity attributed to this significant religious figure.
