Description

Apple Maid by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Apple Maid by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that blends simplicity, charm, and symbolism into one delightful image. Belonging to Moss’s Fall Collection, Apple Collection, One Girl Collection, and Basket Collection, this piece is treasured by collectors who adore her iconic depictions of rural traditions and the harvest season.

The artwork features a young girl standing gracefully within an apple-shaped frame, symbolizing both the fruit of the season and the timeless values of nourishment, family, and community. Dressed in Moss’s signature Amish-style attire, the girl carries a large basket brimming with freshly gathered apples. Behind her, a quiet orchard stretches across the background with soft green trees, reinforcing the abundance of fall and the beauty of nature’s cycles. With its whimsical yet grounded design, this lithograph is a celebration of both harvest and heritage.

Style & Technique

Moss’s distinctive folk art style shines through in Apple Maid. The clean, stylized lines of the girl contrast beautifully with the soft, watercolor washes of the orchard landscape. The apple-shaped frame is a playful yet meaningful artistic choice, emphasizing the central theme of harvest and grounding the composition in warmth and charm. Moss’s muted greens, soft earth tones, and gentle textures create a harmonious palette that radiates comfort and nostalgia.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of this piece is one of quiet simplicity, gratitude, and gentle joy. Moss often drew inspiration from the Amish way of life, where traditions, family, and the land remain central to daily living. In Apple Maid, she captures the spirit of harvest not just as a season of abundance, but as a symbol of humility and care. The single figure—serene and purposeful—reminds viewers of the dignity found in everyday labors and the sweetness of life’s simplest moments.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Compact, symbolic, and richly meaningful, Apple Maid is an excellent piece for kitchens, dining rooms, or breakfast nooks where it can highlight themes of family, food, and gathering. Its charming folk art style also makes it a unique choice for nurseries or guest rooms, infusing the space with warmth and timeless character.

Collectors of Moss’s Apple Collection or Basket Collection will especially appreciate this piece, while it also makes a thoughtful gift for anniversaries, Thanksgiving, or as a token of gratitude. Perfect for those who love farmhouse style, seasonal décor, or symbolic artwork, this lithograph is both a treasure and a conversation piece.

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2003

Image Size: 6 x 7 inches. Paper Size: 9-1/2 x 10-1/2 inches.