Autumn in Long Grove by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Autumn in Long Grove by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that beautifully blends faith, tradition, and the golden serenity of fall. Part of Moss’s Rare Collection,  Fall Collection, Amish Collection, and Church Collection, this work highlights the enduring role of faith and community in rural life.

The composition centers on a classic white church with a tall steeple, framed by bare-branched autumn trees glowing with warm tones of russet and gold. In the foreground, a horse-drawn Amish buggy carries a family along the quiet country road, embodying both simplicity and devotion. The circular vignette framing enhances the intimacy of the scene, making it feel like a treasured memory captured in time. Moss’s depiction honors the rhythms of country life where faith, family, and the beauty of the land come together in harmony.

Style & Technique

In Autumn in Long Grove, Moss’s iconic folk art style is at its most elegant. Her delicate linework and gentle watercolor washes combine to create a warm and nostalgic atmosphere. The horse and buggy are rendered with graceful simplicity, while the church stands in quiet dignity as the focal point. The muted palette of browns, creams, and soft oranges reflects the serenity of late autumn, while the lithograph process ensures that every detail is preserved with clarity and richness.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of this artwork is reverent, peaceful, and nostalgic. Moss was inspired by Amish communities and their close connection to both faith and the land. By placing the church at the heart of the piece, she underscores its role as a cornerstone of community and tradition. The autumn setting enhances the reflective tone, reminding viewers of gratitude, togetherness, and the importance of faith through every season of life.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its themes of faith and family, Autumn in Long Grove is perfectly suited for display in entryways, dining rooms, or family living spaces, where it can serve as a daily reminder of gratitude and devotion. It also makes a meaningful addition to church offices, Sunday school rooms, or faith-based collections.

This lithograph makes a heartfelt gift for weddings, anniversaries, Thanksgiving, or religious occasions, offering timeless inspiration and comfort. Collectors of Moss’s Amish or church-themed works will find this piece especially significant.

About Long Grove Church

The Long Grove Community Church began in 1846 amid the dreams of German Evangelical settlers seeking community, education, and spiritual connection. The church’s 1847 stone building remains the oldest still-used ecclesiastical structure in northeastern Illinois. Throughout its history, the congregation has adapted from serving German-speaking pioneers to embracing a growing suburban community, all while preserving its legacy of faith, service, and stewardship. It stands today not only as a place of worship, but also as a cherished icon of Long Grove’s past—and of faith lived out in authenticity.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

1989