Description
Chapman Mill by P. Buckley Moss
Content & Subject
Chapman Mill by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition giclée that pays tribute to one of Virginia’s most iconic historic mills. Rising tall and sturdy, the red brick mill stands against a quiet winter landscape, its many windows and stone foundation telling stories of generations past. The wheel at its side hints at its role in local industry and community life, while the surrounding trees and snow emphasize the mill’s timeless endurance.
Part of the Moss Mill Collection, this artwork celebrates not just the structure itself but also the heritage it represents—resilience, tradition, and the enduring beauty of America’s historic landmarks.
Style & Technique
Moss employs bold outlines, textured washes, and her characteristic folk-art perspective to bring the Chapman Mill to life. The warm rust tones of the building contrast beautifully with the cool whites and grays of the snowy ground, while hints of turquoise and gold in the sky add atmosphere and depth. The giclée printing process faithfully preserves every nuance of Moss’s original brushwork, making this piece vivid and lasting. Each edition is signed and numbered by P. Buckley Moss, ensuring authenticity.
Mood & Inspiration
The mood of Chapman Mill is reverent and reflective. Moss was inspired by the historic mills that dotted the American landscape, each one a symbol of community and livelihood. By featuring Chapman Mill, she honors not just the building itself but also the stories of the families and workers who relied on it for generations.
Placement & Gift Ideas
This giclée makes an excellent addition to a living room, study, office, or library, where its themes of history and tradition can be fully appreciated. It is also a thoughtful gift for history buffs, architecture lovers, or collectors of Moss’s mill-themed artworks.
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)
. Chapman Mill, also known as Beverley Mill, stands as a significant historical landmark in Broad Run, Virginia. Constructed in 1742 by Jonathan and Nathaniel Chapman, this six-and-a-half-story structure is recognized as the tallest stacked stone building in the United States. Strategically located in Thoroughfare Gap, a natural pass through the Bull Run Mountains, the mill utilized the waters of Broad Run as its primary power source for nearly two centuries. Throughout its history, Chapman Mill played a vital role in the region’s agricultural economy, processing grain for local farmers. During the Civil War, it served as a meat curing and distribution center for Confederate forces. Despite suffering damage from a fire in 1998, the mill’s ruins remain a testament to its enduring legacy.
🏛 Fun Fact: Built in 1742, Chapman Mill (also known as Beverley Mill) is believed to be the tallest stacked stone structure in the United States. It served as a gristmill for more than two centuries, playing an important role in both colonial and Civil War history.
2015
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (See FAQs)
Image size: 6 x 6 inches.
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