La Belle Dame Sans Merci Tapestry This ballad by poet, John Keats is translated from French into English and called, "The Beautiful Lady without Pity". An exciting enigma ensues in the La Belle Dame sans Merci Medieval Tapestry scene, which tells a heartfelt story with intrigue. The poem describes this mysterious fairy, Belle Dame and the unknown knight when they come together. Is this ethereal creature trying to trap our brave yet vulnerable knight? Or is our knight tempted to break his vows of sexual chastity? Keats leaves it to our imaginations. John William Waterhouse, (1849 - 1917) paints this emotional composition, which is a very popular theme and has been painted again and again by many great artists over the years. Waterhouse manages to visually capture an exceptionally compelling and romantic story, where this Medieval tapestry will make a dramatic statement in most any room. Can be ideally placed over a sofa, a fireplace, in a hallway or any wall requiring decor. (*Rods and Tassels are not included in the quoted price)