Description

Brothers Four by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Brothers Four is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by P. Buckley Moss, part of her beloved Four Boy Series. The artwork captures the warmth of sibling bonds with four boys standing arm in arm, each dressed in Moss’s charming patterned attire. They carry buckets, suggesting shared responsibility, teamwork, and the innocence of childhood chores.

A small black cat, a whimsical detail Moss often includes, adds an element of playfulness and curiosity to the composition.

Symbolism & Artistic Details

Moss infuses this piece with her trademark symbolism and folk-inspired simplicity:

• The Four Brothers: Represent unity, cooperation, and the strength of family ties.

• Buckets: A nod to farm and country life, emphasizing responsibility and the simple joys of working together.

• The Black Cat: A recurring Moss motif, symbolizing mystery, mischief, and companionship.

• Clothing & Colors: Each boy’s outfit is unique in color and pattern, highlighting individuality within togetherness.

Moss’s Interpretation

Through Brothers Four, Moss captures the essence of siblinghood—close ties, shared work, and the bond of growing up together. Her stylized, elongated figures and patterned costumes create a sense of timeless folk art charm. While the imagery is rooted in tradition, the message of family unity and brotherly love is universal.

Mood & Atmosphere

The artwork conveys warmth, harmony, and lightheartedness, celebrating both the individuality of each child and the unity of their bond. The small black cat adds a whimsical note, softening the sense of responsibility suggested by the buckets.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Brothers Four makes a meaningful gift or display piece for:

• Families with multiple children, especially brothers.

• Collectors of Moss’s Four Boy Series.

• Homes that celebrate family, tradition, and folk heritage.

• Occasions such as birthdays, family reunions, or brotherly gifts.

Each lithograph is signed and numbered by P. Buckley Moss and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Canada Goose Gallery, embossed with our gallery seal on a gold label. (see FAQs)

1984

Artist Proof

Rare Art Print

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (See FAQs)

Image Size: 5-1/4 x 6-5/16 inches. Paper Size: 10-1/4 x 8-3/4 inches.