Rinaldo and Armida, 1720-1750. As described in Jerusalem Delivered, an epic poem by Torquato Tasso (1544-1595) set during the first crusade, the Christian knight Rinaldo has been drawn into the enchanted garden of the sorceress Armida. The mischievous cupid at center holding the heros helmet calls attention to Rinaldos transformation from warrior to forlorn lover. Two of Rinaldos comrades are spying on the couple. They will later persuade Rinaldo to return to battle.