Description

Autumn Afternoon by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Autumn Afternoon by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition giclée that beautifully captures the stillness and golden glow of fall. Belonging to Moss’s Fall Collection and Landscape Collection, this piece is a serene celebration of nature’s rhythms and the quiet beauty of the season.

The composition depicts an expansive landscape of rolling hills, painted in warm tones of sienna, russet, and gold. Bare-limbed trees, their branches delicate against the horizon, suggest the season’s transition as autumn edges toward winter. The gentle sweep of the land conveys both motion and rest, evoking the balance of change and continuity that defines fall. Moss distills the essence of an afternoon in the countryside, where time slows and the land itself invites reflection.

Style & Technique

Moss’s folk art sensibility is paired here with her mastery of minimalism and watercolor washes. The giclée medium preserves the depth of her subtle brushwork and the softness of her muted palette. Warm earth tones dominate the composition, while accents of pale blue sky bring a note of clarity and openness. Moss’s characteristic linework is evident in the graceful trees, their skeletal forms both fragile and enduring. This piece exemplifies her ability to capture emotion through simplicity.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Autumn Afternoon is calm, meditative, and deeply nostalgic. Moss often found inspiration in the Virginia countryside, where the rolling hills and seasonal changes spoke to the cycles of life. In this work, she emphasizes the quiet moments that arrive in the late afternoon, when light softens, shadows stretch, and the land seems to rest after the busyness of harvest. It is a contemplative piece, offering viewers a chance to pause and find peace in nature’s beauty.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its tranquil palette and reflective tone, Autumn Afternoon is ideal for display in living rooms, studies, offices, or bedrooms—spaces where its calm atmosphere can be most appreciated. Its warm earth tones also complement rustic, farmhouse, or nature-inspired décor, making it versatile in both modern and traditional homes.

As a gift, this piece is perfect for anniversaries, retirements, Thanksgiving, or housewarmings, offering a lasting reminder of the beauty of fall and the power of quiet reflection. Collectors of Moss’s landscapes will treasure it as a classic example of her seasonal artistry.

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2021

Image size: 9-1/4 inches x 12-3/8 inches.