This tapestry wall hanging depicts Templar Knights on the road to Jerusalem. The order was founded around 1118 by French knights Hughes de Payens, a veteran of the First Crusade, and Geoffrey de St. Omer for the protection of pilgrims on the road to Jerusalem. At the beginning, the order had only nine knights as members and relied on gifts as payment. As a result, they were originally known as the Poor Knights of Christ. King Baldwin II of Jerusalem gave them a headquarters on the Temple Mount, above what was believed to be the ruins of the Temple of Solomon. It was from this location that the Order took its name of Poor Knights of Christ and the Temple of Solomon. Can be ideally placed over a sofa, a fireplace, in a hallway or any wall requiring decor. This beautiful and elegant tapestry, is imported from Belgium. Belgian tapestries are known for their intricate weaving and fine design. This is a tapestry you will be proud to display for years to come. (*Rods and Tassels are not included in the quoted price)