Description

Church Folk by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Church Folk is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by P. Buckley Moss.

The artwork features a family scene: a mother and father, dressed in Moss’s characteristic Shaker/Amish-inspired attire, stand together outside a country church. The mother cradles a swaddled baby, while the father carries a large basket of flowers. The backdrop of the simple white church with its steeple set against a snowy rural landscape reinforces Moss’s recurring themes of faith, family, and tradition.

Style & Technique

Moss’s folk art style is immediately recognizable in the elongated, graceful figures and soft muted tones. The use of winter whites and pale blues conveys a sense of quiet reverence and peace, while the bright basket of flowers adds a note of celebration and life amidst the snowy stillness.

The inclusion of the church, a central motif in many of Moss’s works, emphasizes spiritual life, community, and the continuity of family traditions.

Mood & Meaning

The mood of Church Folk is one of serenity, devotion, and unity. The young family, centered in the composition, embodies both the blessings of new life and the grounding of faith. For many collectors, this piece resonates deeply as a celebration of heritage, family values, and the simple joys of rural living.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph is ideal for:

• A family or living room space, symbolizing togetherness and faith.

• A wedding or anniversary gift, celebrating unity and family beginnings.

• A baptism or christening gift, as it highlights the themes of family and church.

• Collectors who focus on Moss’s church-themed prints.

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.

Rare Art Print

1990

Image Size: 5-3/4 x 9-5/8 inches. Paper Size: 7-3/4 x 11-5/8 inches.