Description

 

A Frosty Family Christmas by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

A Frosty Family Christmas by P. Buckley Moss is a rare signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that radiates holiday joy and whimsical charm. At the center of the composition stands a decorated evergreen tree, topped with a radiant star and visited by bright red cardinals. Around its base, three cheerful snowmen join hands in a circle of celebration, their scarves and hats adding splashes of color against the snowy backdrop.

In the distance, more snowmen families gather, echoing the same festive spirit of togetherness. This enchanting scene embodies Moss’s signature themes of family, community, and holiday wonder, making it a crossover piece within both the Moss Christmas Collection and the Snowman Collection. Its rare edition status makes it especially desirable to collectors.

Style & Technique

Rendered in Moss’s folk-art style, the lithograph combines bold outlines with soft washes of color. The circular vignette framing adds to its charm, as though the viewer is peering through a frosted holiday window. Lithography ensures every detail—from the snowmen’s playful expressions to the sparkle of the Christmas tree star—is faithfully preserved. Each print is hand-signed and numbered by P. Buckley Moss, marking it as an authentic collector’s treasure.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of A Frosty Family Christmas is joyful, whimsical, and heartwarming. Moss often drew inspiration from family gatherings and holiday traditions, and here she translates those human experiences into a playful snowman celebration. By including the star and cardinals, she adds layers of symbolism: hope, faith, and the presence of loved ones during the holidays.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph makes a delightful holiday centerpiece for a living room, dining room, or entryway, where its cheerful imagery will welcome guests throughout the season. It also makes a thoughtful gift for families, snowman collectors, or Moss enthusiasts who treasure her seasonal works.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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⛄ Fun Fact: The very first snowmen date back to the Middle Ages, when people celebrated winter by shaping snow into figures. By the 19th century, snowmen had become popular Christmas icons, featured on cards, decorations, and, now, timeless works of art like Moss’s.

💡 Collector’s Insight:
A Frosty Family Christmas is a cherished work within the Moss Christmas Collection, combining two of P. Buckley Moss’s most beloved holiday motifs: snowmen and festive Christmas trees. Its signed and numbered limited edition lithograph format ensures authenticity and collectibility, while the circular composition and joyful family theme make it particularly appealing for seasonal displays. Collectors prize this piece for its ability to evoke nostalgia and warmth, and because Moss’s snowmen remain among the most sought-after subjects in her holiday works, Frosty Family Christmas holds enduring value as both a decorative favorite and a collectible treasure.

2004

Rare Art Print

Image Size: 8-3/4 x 10-3/8 inches. Paper Size: 12 x 12 inches.