Content & Subject

Christmas Eve is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by P. Buckley Moss, part of her cherished Christmas Collection. This warm and nostalgic holiday scene invites viewers into a cozy family gathering by the fireplace on one of the most magical nights of the year.

The composition features a family seated together in a rustic room, the hearth glowing with a roaring fire. Above the mantel, stockings are carefully hung, while a wreath adds a festive touch. Children are happily occupied with toys and games on the wooden floor, while elders sit nearby in quiet contentment. A grandfather rests peacefully in his rocker, while grandmothers tend to knitting or watch the children’s delight. A small Christmas tree, decorated simply with ornaments, stands at the center of the room—symbolizing tradition, togetherness, and the joy of anticipation.

This intimate scene reflects the spirit of Christmas Eve as a time of warmth, family, and reflection, rooted in the simple pleasures of home.

Style & Technique

Moss’s signature folk art style shines in Christmas Eve, where she captures both detail and storytelling through clean lines, elongated figures, and harmonious design. The circular framing of the lithograph gives it a timeless quality, almost like looking into a cherished holiday ornament.

Muted yet festive colors—soft reds, greens, and golden browns—enhance the feeling of hearth and home. Every detail, from the checkerboard on the floor to the handmade stockings above the fire, enriches the sense of authenticity and tradition.

Lithography allows Moss’s fine textures and shading to come alive, making this work a treasured part of her Christmas series.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Christmas Eve is peaceful, nostalgic, and heartwarming. It celebrates the joy of family traditions, the comfort of being together, and the anticipation of Christmas morning. Inspired by her love for Americana and her Christian faith, Moss often portrayed holiday themes that balanced joy, reverence, and simplicity.

Through this work, she reminds us that Christmas is not only about gifts, but about family, memory, and the warmth of gathering around the hearth.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph is an ideal addition to:

• A living room or family room, where it can serve as a focal point during the holiday season.

• A dining room or entryway, welcoming guests with a festive spirit.

• A seasonal art display, paired with other Moss Christmas works.

• A collector’s gallery wall, especially for those focusing on Moss’s holiday editions.

It also makes a meaningful gift for:

• Families who celebrate traditional Christmas gatherings.

• Collectors of Moss’s Christmas Collection.

• Parents and grandparents who treasure holiday memories.

• Special occasions such as Christmas, anniversaries, or as a keepsake to pass down through generations.

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)