The Night of Bethlehem – Gobelin tablecloth with Nativity scene - Tablecloth - 180 cm - 140 cm
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Description from the seller
A textile composition of great charm, combining Christmas tradition, figurative richness, and refined decorative elegance. This tablecloth stands out for its evocative depiction of a Middle Eastern landscape inspired by the Nativity, told through a succession of richly detailed scenes imbued with an intense, atmospheric quality.
The decoration unfolds like an illustrated story: the Holy Family and the shepherds, the Nativity animals, camels with their precious trappings, palm trees, and stone architecture alternate across a landscape in warm, natural colors. Sand, ochre, and earth tones blend harmoniously with the blues of the sky, the greens of the vegetation, and touches of red and burgundy in the garments and harnesses, creating a rich and evocative palette.
The textile craftsmanship enhances the complexity of the design, giving depth to the figures and architecture and lending the surface a tactile appearance reminiscent of a figurative tapestry. Spanning the entire tablecloth, the composition transforms the fabric into a true centerpiece of the table setting.
Measuring 180 × 140 cm, it is ideal for embellishing a dining table, a festive table, or a formal setting where the religious subject takes on particular significance. Paired with ivory porcelain, crystal, and gold accents, it creates a striking setting, perfect for Christmas celebrations and for interiors where the spiritual meaning of the holiday is to be highlighted.
A story of faith and tradition
La Notte di Betlemme is a tablecloth with a strong decorative identity, designed for those who appreciate figurative textiles and sacred imagery. A decorative piece that evokes the charm of the Nativity scene and lends the table a solemn, welcoming, and timeless character.
A textile composition of great charm, combining Christmas tradition, figurative richness, and refined decorative elegance. This tablecloth stands out for its evocative depiction of a Middle Eastern landscape inspired by the Nativity, told through a succession of richly detailed scenes imbued with an intense, atmospheric quality.
The decoration unfolds like an illustrated story: the Holy Family and the shepherds, the Nativity animals, camels with their precious trappings, palm trees, and stone architecture alternate across a landscape in warm, natural colors. Sand, ochre, and earth tones blend harmoniously with the blues of the sky, the greens of the vegetation, and touches of red and burgundy in the garments and harnesses, creating a rich and evocative palette.
The textile craftsmanship enhances the complexity of the design, giving depth to the figures and architecture and lending the surface a tactile appearance reminiscent of a figurative tapestry. Spanning the entire tablecloth, the composition transforms the fabric into a true centerpiece of the table setting.
Measuring 180 × 140 cm, it is ideal for embellishing a dining table, a festive table, or a formal setting where the religious subject takes on particular significance. Paired with ivory porcelain, crystal, and gold accents, it creates a striking setting, perfect for Christmas celebrations and for interiors where the spiritual meaning of the holiday is to be highlighted.
A story of faith and tradition
La Notte di Betlemme is a tablecloth with a strong decorative identity, designed for those who appreciate figurative textiles and sacred imagery. A decorative piece that evokes the charm of the Nativity scene and lends the table a solemn, welcoming, and timeless character.
Details
Era
After 2000
Length
180 cm
Width
140 cm
Material
Cotton
Model
The Night of Bethlehem – Gobelin tablecloth with Nativity scene
Country of origin
Italy
Colour
Blue, Gold
Condition
As new - unused
Estimated period
2020+
