Adare 8.5" Bowl

$ 70.00

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A beautiful Belleek piece with hand-painted shamrocks The name shamrock is derived from Irish seamróg, which is the diminutive version of the Irish word for clover (seamair) meaning simply "little clover" or "young clover". This piece will fit in with any decor.

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The popularity of the shamrock as a symbol of Ireland grew during the 19th century, and it was depicted in many illustrations like St. Patrick's Day postcards. It was also mentioned in songs and ballads of the time. A popular ballad called The Shamrock Shore lamented the state of Ireland in the nineteenth century. Another typical example of such a ballad appears in the works of Thomas Moore whose Oh the Shamrock embodies the Victorian spirit of sentimentality. It was immensely popular and contributed to raising the profile of the shamrock as an image of Ireland. Thomas Moore's mother hailed from County Wexford.

Oh The Shamrock

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Through Erin's Isle,

To sport awhile,

As Love and Valor wander'd

With Wit, the sprite,

Whose quiver bright

A thousand arrows squander'd.

Where'er they pass,

A triple grass

Shoots up, with dew-drops streaming,

As softly green

As emeralds seen

Through purest crystal gleaming.

Oh the Shamrock, the green immortal Shamrock!

Chosen leaf

Of Bard and Chief,