Description

Chorus Line by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Chorus Line is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by P. Buckley Moss, belonging to both her One Boy Four Girl Collection and her beloved Skating Collection. This enchanting winter scene depicts a group of children joyfully skating hand-in-hand, forming a playful chorus line across a snowy landscape. The children, dressed in Moss’s signature simple folk attire of black cloaks and hats, bring a sense of harmony and togetherness as they glide across the ice.

In the background, a historic-style building rests among bare winter trees, adding depth and context to the composition. Moss often painted such rural structures as anchors of community life, grounding her charming depictions of children’s play within the larger framework of American heritage.

Style & Technique

Executed in lithography, Chorus Line reflects Moss’s folk art style, which is instantly recognizable for its graceful simplicity, elongated forms, and warm storytelling. The snowy backdrop, rendered in delicate blues and whites, creates a crisp contrast against the children’s darker attire, making their joyful movement the focal point.

The circular framing of the piece softens the composition, almost like a memory captured in a snow globe. Moss’s use of light and shadow in the winter landscape gives the scene both a sense of coldness and coziness—a reminder that warmth comes from community and play.

As part of her Skating Collection, Chorus Line celebrates Moss’s recurring theme of winter joy. Whether children are skating, sledding, or playing, Moss immortalized the timeless beauty of childhood fun in nature.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Chorus Line is playful, nostalgic, and communal. It evokes the laughter of children in winter, the exhilaration of gliding across frozen ground, and the delight of moving in sync with friends. Moss was deeply inspired by the innocence of childhood and the strength of community ties, especially within rural and small-town settings.

Her One Boy Four Girl Collection emphasized balance and companionship—children depicted in groupings that symbolized harmony and joy. In Chorus Line, that harmony comes alive not only through the children holding hands but also through their synchronized movement, suggesting music and rhythm even in the stillness of snow.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph makes a wonderful addition to:

• A living room or family room, adding warmth and nostalgic charm.

• A winter-themed collection display, especially for Moss collectors of her skating series.

• A child’s room or playroom, capturing the magic of childhood fun.

• A seasonal gallery wall, bringing a touch of winter wonder year-round.

It is also an ideal gift for:

• Moss collectors, especially those completing the Skating or One Boy Four Girl collections.

• Families who cherish winter traditions and outdoor play.

• Art lovers seeking limited edition lithographs with nostalgic themes.

• Special occasions such as holidays, anniversaries, or as a keepsake for those who love snowy landscapes.

Each limited edition print is signed and numbered as part of the publishing process, ensuring authenticity before release.
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Canada Goose Gallery, embossed with our gallery seal on a gold label. (see FAQs)

Rare Art Print

1989

Image Size: 5-3/4 x 5-3/4 inches. Paper Size: 10-3/4 x 10-3/4 inches.