Boyd's - Erin's Pride

Detail of the left side of the painting showing Erin with Irish wolfhound. In the circle is the poem of Erin's pride.

"Rich and rare were the gems she wore,
And a bright gold ring on her wand she bore.
But oh! her beauty was far beyond
Her sparkling gems or snow-white wand.

On she went, and her maiden smile
In safety lighted her round the green Isle.
And blest for ever is she who relied
Upon Erin's honour, and Erin's pride!"

Moore