Desiderata Poem By Max Ehrmann on Handmade Florentine Paper (With 24k Gold Leaf Accent) Imported From Italy. This Desiderata Poem is printed on 7" x 9.75" paper imported from Florence, Italy. The Paper is an Ivory/Pale Yellow Color.The gold leaf is hand applied. (the photos show the detail of the gold accent. areas in the scanned image which appear grey are gold accent) The Gold Accent will appear brighter/dimmer in various lighting situations. The Paper is an Ivory/Pale Yellow Color. Have A Nice Happy Day :)