The Lady in Pink (La Dame en Rose)
The manor house set in Parisian style,
The lady in pink, with a box to beguile,
Cascading garments, reflective and bright,
An ornament held in the light.
Rare Japonisme the gimmick, the fad,
Ornaments dainty that have to be had!
This one in red and encrusted with gold,
Oh such a pleasure to hold!
Japanese trinkets in genius made,
The lure of the orient, finely displayed,
Inside my brooches, my rubies so red,
Locks of the hair from my head.
Next to my bed, giving comfort and cheer,
My cute Japonisme, so precious and dear,
A sacred memento, the prize of the room,
Treasures so safe in their tomb.
ADL, 26/08/25
adamdaniel 