Description

Winter Fun Etching by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Winter Fun Etching by P. Buckley Moss is a hand-signed and titled, numbered, limited edition etching from the cherished Moss Etching Collection, Rare Collection and the Skating Collection. This enchanting piece captures the simple joys of wintertime, where families gather outdoors to embrace the snow and ice. The composition shows a serene, snowy hillside dotted with slender, leafless trees. Children bundled in bright scarves sled down the hill, while a parent pulls a child through the snow with gentle care. In the foreground, a graceful skater glides across a frozen pond, scarf fluttering in the winter air, embodying the beauty and rhythm of cold-weather traditions.

The rustic barn perched on the hill adds a nostalgic rural touch, reminding viewers of Moss’s enduring love for Americana and countryside life. Through her signature elongated figures and delicate linework, Moss transforms an ordinary winter afternoon into a timeless celebration of family, community, and the season’s natural beauty.

Style & Technique

As part of the limited edition etching series, Winter Fun Etching highlights Moss’s technical mastery and artistic precision. Etching, a printmaking technique that involves incising a design onto a metal plate and carefully inking and pressing the image, allows for extraordinary texture and detail. Moss uses this medium to create subtle layers of gray, white, and muted tones, evoking the softness of snow and the hush of a winter’s day. The pastel glow in the sky adds warmth to the composition, balancing the cool palette with a gentle dawn or dusk light.

Her recognizable folk-art style is evident in the elongated figures, minimalistic yet expressive gestures, and careful attention to balance within the scene. Each line is deliberate, from the swoop of the sled tracks to the crisp lines of the ice skater’s posture. The hand-signed and numbered nature of this edition makes each piece unique, further elevating its value for collectors.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Winter Fun Etching is joyful, nostalgic, and peaceful. Moss often drew inspiration from the traditions of rural communities, where winter was not only a season of stillness but also a time for play, laughter, and togetherness. This etching celebrates the spirit of family activities—sledding, skating, and sharing in the crisp air of a snowy day.

The central figure of the ice skater conveys grace and independence, while the sledding scenes remind us of childhood delight. The quiet barn and bare trees anchor the piece in heritage and tradition, ensuring that the scene feels both timeless and deeply personal.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Winter Fun Etching is a versatile artwork perfect for seasonal display or year-round enjoyment. It would bring warmth and charm to a living room, family room, or hallway, where it can invite conversation and fond memories. In a nursery or child’s bedroom, it brings a playful yet soothing winter theme. For offices or studies, it adds a calming yet cheerful presence, balancing workspaces with a sense of seasonal joy.

As a gift, Winter Fun Etching is ideal for holiday giving, winter birthdays, and special occasions for art collectors, ice skating enthusiasts, or families who treasure seasonal traditions. Its hand-signed and numbered etching format makes it especially meaningful for Moss enthusiasts seeking a unique, collectible piece.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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✨ Fun Fact: Etching is one of the oldest printmaking techniques, dating back to the 16th century. Moss’s choice to create etchings connects her work to a long history of fine art traditions, while her distinctive style ensures a modern yet timeless appeal.

🎨 Collector’s Insight: The Winter Fun Etching is part of the highly regarded Moss Etching Collection, known for its rarity and detailed craftsmanship. With its combination of winter landscapes, elongated figures, and joyful scenes, this piece represents Moss’s ability to blend nostalgia with artistic elegance, making it a prized treasure for seasoned and new collectors alike.

1990

Rare Art Etching

Hand Signed: “62/99 – Winter Fun – P Buckley Moss 90”

Plate Size: 6-1/4 x 14-3/8 Inches. Paper Size: 12 x 22-1/4 Inches.