STARS ABOVE THE SEA LETTER

Stars Above the Sea

Materials:

•Letter: Natural linen, double-layered and padded for a luxurious feel.

•Envelope: Crafted from a vintage white cotton tablecloth, adding a touch of timeless elegance.

Poem:

“Far, far away one mystery greets

Another vast and high,

The infinite of waters meets

The infinite of sky.

The stars are singing hymns of calm

Above the sea’s unrest;

Can ever that majestic psalm

Dwell in the ocean’s breast?

What far horizon dim and low

The sweet solution finds,

Where earth’s tumultuous yearnings know

The peace of heavenly minds?

And still the sky’s imperial grace

The tossing ocean mars;

We cannot see the meeting-place,

But we can see the stars.”

—Amos Russel Wells

Description:

This piece draws inspiration from Amos Russel Wells’ contemplative poem, “Stars Above the Sea,” which reflects on the serene connection between the heavens and the tumultuous ocean. The natural linen letter, double-layered and padded, offers a tactile experience reminiscent of the calmness described in the poem. Encased in an envelope made from a vintage white cotton tablecloth, it embodies a blend of history and tranquility, much like the eternal dance between sea and sky.