Description

Autumn Friends by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Autumn Friends by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that is both rare and deeply treasured by collectors. Part of Moss’s Rare Collection, Fall Collection, Barn Collection and Four Boys One Girl Collection, this piece captures the innocence of childhood, the companionship of animals, and the beauty of autumn in her unmistakable folk art style.

The composition depicts five Amish children gathered around and atop a gentle horse beneath a tall, leafless tree. Four boys and one girl are shown playing together, their simple blue and black attire grounding them in Moss’s signature depiction of Amish life. Behind them, barns and country houses sit quietly against a backdrop of warm autumn tones, filling the landscape with seasonal atmosphere. The circular framing of the scene adds intimacy and symbolic unity, emphasizing the bond between children, nature, and the land.

Style & Technique

In Autumn Friends, Moss uses the lithograph medium to preserve her fine linework and soft watercolor washes, balancing playful figures with a warm, earth-toned palette. The golden oranges, soft browns, and muted yellows of the autumn setting contrast with the children’s crisp blues, creating visual harmony. The horse, central to the composition, is stylized with simplicity yet radiates gentleness and strength. Moss’s ability to capture both whimsy and reverence in the same piece makes this artwork especially appealing.

Mood & Inspiration

This artwork radiates warmth, nostalgia, and joy. Moss frequently drew inspiration from Amish traditions and rural farm life, where children grew up close to nature and animals were integral companions. In Autumn Friends, the horse represents loyalty and patience, while the children symbolize innocence, friendship, and community. Together, they embody the values of simplicity, trust, and togetherness, set within the golden glow of autumn.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its rare status and charming subject matter, Autumn Friends is ideal for collectors who seek Moss’s harder-to-find works. It makes a heartwarming addition to family rooms, nurseries, or playrooms, where its themes of childhood and friendship can be appreciated daily. It also pairs beautifully with fall décor, farmhouse-style spaces, or collections focused on Amish and rural life.

As a gift, this lithograph is particularly meaningful for families, animal lovers, and collectors of Moss’s Rare Collection. Its warmth and timeless story make it a thoughtful choice for anniversaries, Thanksgiving, or special occasions where the themes of love and companionship resonate.

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1992

Rare Art Print

Image Size: 15 x 15 inches. Paper Size: 17 x 17 inches.