Description

Autumn at the Zoar Hotel by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Autumn at the Zoar Hotel by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition giclée that blends seasonal beauty with historic preservation. Belonging to Moss’s Fall Collection and Historic Landmark Collection, this artwork honors the storied Zoar Hotel in Ohio, a beloved site rooted in America’s communal and cultural past.

The composition features the stately Zoar Hotel with its symmetrical windows, central cupola, and inviting front porch, standing proudly as a beacon of history. In the foreground, a horse-drawn carriage carries passengers across the autumn landscape, while a mother and child carry baskets of apples, symbols of harvest and family. Pumpkins rest near the fence line, while horses and a black cat add life and character to the scene. This is more than a picture of a landmark—it is a celebration of tradition, community, and the enduring spirit of home.

Style & Technique

Moss’s signature folk art style brings warmth and charm to Autumn at the Zoar Hotel. The giclée process preserves the richness of her watercolor washes and the clarity of her fine linework. The warm oranges and russet tones of the season contrast with the cool blues of the sky and the crisp white of the hotel’s walls, creating a harmonious balance. Moss’s figures, dressed in traditional attire, embody her trademark minimalism—small, graceful, and full of story—adding human warmth to the historic setting.

Mood & Inspiration

This artwork radiates nostalgia, gratitude, and reverence. Moss was inspired not only by America’s landscapes but also by its historic landmarks, which she saw as symbols of resilience, community, and continuity. In Autumn at the Zoar Hotel, the harvest elements—apples, pumpkins, and horses—combine with the landmark to express the timeless connection between people, place, and season. The scene invites viewers to imagine bustling autumn days filled with laughter, labor, and gathering.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its inviting imagery and historical significance, Autumn at the Zoar Hotel makes a meaningful centerpiece for living rooms, dining areas, or studies. Its warm palette also makes it a beautiful seasonal piece for fall décor, perfectly suited to farmhouse, traditional, or rustic interiors.

As a gift, this piece is ideal for history enthusiasts, Ohio natives, or collectors of Moss’s landmark works. It is also a thoughtful choice for anniversaries, retirements, or Thanksgiving, offering both seasonal warmth and a tribute to heritage.

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About the Zoar Village

The Zoar Village in Ohio was founded in 1817 by a group of 200 German Separatists seeking escape from persecution in their homeland. These Separatists thrived as a unique Society for more than 80 years, making Zoar Village one of the most successful communal settlements in American history.

Today, Zoar Village is made up of approximately 75 families living in homes built from 1817 to the present.

2010

Image Size: 11 x 14-3/4 inches.