Description

Autumn Hayride by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Autumn Hayride by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that perfectly captures the timeless traditions of harvest and community in rural America. Belonging to Moss’s Fall Collection, Amish Collection, and Barn Collection, this piece celebrates the beauty of autumn farm life with warmth and authenticity.

The composition features a horse-drawn wagon piled high with hay, carrying Amish children as they ride through the golden countryside. A farmhouse, barns, and silo stand proudly in the background, complete with an American flag waving gently above the rooftops. Bare-branched trees and the muted tones of the season suggest late autumn, when the fields have been worked and the last harvest has been gathered. The combination of family, farmland, and horse-drawn tradition evokes a deep sense of gratitude and nostalgia.

Style & Technique

In Autumn Hayride, Moss uses her iconic folk art style to blend simplicity with storytelling. The lithograph medium captures her clean lines and delicate washes of watercolor, highlighting the balance of muted earth tones with small bursts of warmth. The hay’s golden hue contrasts with the subdued barns and pale trees, drawing the eye to the wagon and its riders. The American flag adds symbolic meaning, tying the traditions of farming and family to the enduring spirit of heritage and country.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of this piece is joyful, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in tradition. Moss often looked to Amish communities for inspiration, admiring their harmony with the land and their family-centered way of life. The hayride symbolizes both work and play—children enjoying the fruits of labor while families prepare for the changing season. Autumn Hayride embodies themes of togetherness, gratitude, and the beauty of rural simplicity.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its warm, nostalgic imagery, Autumn Hayride is ideal for display in family rooms, dining areas, or entryways, where it can serve as a daily reminder of tradition and gratitude. Its seasonal theme also makes it a perfect addition to autumn décor, farmhouse kitchens, or rustic living spaces.

As a gift, this lithograph is particularly meaningful for families, farmers, and collectors of Moss’s Amish or barn-themed works. It is a wonderful choice for Thanksgiving, anniversaries, or housewarmings, offering a heartfelt reminder of home, heritage, and the blessings of the harvest.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

2002

Image Size: 8-3/8 x 11 inches. Paper Size: 10-3/8 x 13 inches