Description

Christmas Song by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Christmas Song is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by P. Buckley Moss, part of her Christmas Collection and also one of her beloved church-themed works.

The scene captures the timeless joy of the Christmas season. In the foreground, a horse-drawn carriage brings parishioners to worship, while others gather outside in fellowship and song. At the heart of the composition stands a charming white chapel, decorated with festive wreaths and ribbons, symbolizing both community and faith during the holiday season. The snowy setting and gentle winter light create a sense of stillness and reverence, balanced by the warmth of togetherness.

Inspiration – St. John’s Chapel, Louisa County, Virginia

This lithograph was inspired by St. John’s Chapel in Louisa County, Virginia, a historic church that dates back to the late 19th century. Like many of the small rural churches Moss depicted, St. John’s reflects the simplicity and devotion of its congregation. Moss had a special affinity for capturing these architectural treasures—not just as buildings, but as symbols of community, memory, and the continuity of faith.

By placing families and worshippers at the center of her church scenes, Moss reminds us that these landmarks live not only in their architecture, but also in the traditions, songs, and gatherings they shelter.

Style & Technique

True to Moss’s folk art style, the figures are simplified but expressive, their gestures conveying joy and fellowship. The horse and carriage provide a nostalgic link to an earlier time, while the snow-dusted trees frame the church in quiet serenity. Cool winter tones—blues and whites—are brightened with accents of red and green, reflecting the festive spirit of the season.

Mood & Meaning

The mood of Christmas Song is one of peace, joy, and reverence. It celebrates both the spiritual traditions of Christmas and the communal bonds that have always been central to small-town life. Viewers are invited to step back into a gentler time, where neighbors gathered for worship, music, and fellowship at the heart of their community—the church.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph is ideal for:

• A holiday centerpiece in a living or dining room.

• A church collection, especially for those who cherish Moss’s renderings of historic places of worship.

• A Christmas gallery wall paired with other Moss Christmas scenes.

• A meaningful gift for families with ties to Louisa County or to St. John’s Chapel.

Each edition is signed and numbered by the artist and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Canada Goose Gallery, embossed with our gallery seal.

2001

Image size: Image Size: 9 x 9-7/8 inches. Paper Size: 12 x 12 inches.

Annual Christmas Print 2001

Christmas Song features St. John’s Chapel, Louisa County, Virginia. Built in 1888 in the Gothic Revival style, the one and a half story chapel and the churchyard offers a virtual history of the Green Springs area.