Asleep! O sleep a little while, white pearl!
Asleep! O sleep a little while, white pearl!
And let me kneel, and let me pray to thee,
And let me call Heaven’s blessing on thine eyes,
And let me breathe into the happy air,
That doth enfold and touch thee all about,
Vows of my slavery, my giving up,
My sudden adoration, my great love!
By John Keats (1795–1821)
Perhaps best known of the Romantic poets along with writers such as Wordsworth, Byron, and Blake, John Keats lived a short but astounding life in which he wrote some of the most revered poetry of the 19th century – amongst which can be found this gem of a poem, referring to the beauty of the white pearl.
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate the beauty of the white pearl with Mikimoto’s Classic Elegance Akoya cultured Pearl earrings with diamonds , set in 18-carat gold.
These earrings are new to the 2012 range and provide a stunning setting for the creamy whites and subtle rosy shades of the much lusted after Akoya Pearl. Retail price £900.
The poetic skill of Keats and the beauty of the pearl – the perfect celebration of love for Valentine’s Day, courtesy of Mikimoto.
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