Description

Cottages by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Cottages is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by beloved American artist P. Buckley Moss, and part of her highly sought-after Lamb Collection. The scene features two black-faced lambs grazing near a serene pond, while in the background, charming whitewashed thatched-roof cottages stand quietly against a misty countryside. This work beautifully weaves together Moss’s recurring themes of home, heritage, and pastoral life, making it both heartwarming and nostalgic.

Style & Technique

Created as a lithograph, Cottages showcases Moss’s folk art style, recognized for its simplicity, grace, and emotional warmth. Her figures are elongated and serene, while her landscapes evoke tranquility with soft, flowing color transitions. Moss’s palette here is especially calming, with pale blues, fresh greens, and muted whites accented by the contrasting black faces of the lambs. The cottages, with their textured thatched roofs, ground the composition in timeless tradition. The lithographic medium allows the print to retain the subtle shifts of watercolor tones, giving the piece a dreamlike quality that feels both delicate and enduring.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Cottages is peaceful, pastoral, and timeless. The gentle lambs grazing near still waters symbolize innocence, renewal, and the beauty of nature’s rhythms, while the cottages embody warmth, safety, and tradition. Moss’s inspiration for works like this stems from her admiration for rural life, Shaker and Amish traditions, and the landscapes of Virginia and beyond. The piece conveys a sense of stillness and belonging, reminding viewers of the comforting simplicity found in life’s quieter moments.

Placement & Gift Ideas

The soft tones and serene subject matter make Cottages a versatile and cherished artwork for any setting.

• Living Room: Brings calm and charm to a central gathering space.

• Bedroom: Perfect for creating a restful, tranquil atmosphere.

• Dining Room: Adds a touch of country heritage and pastoral beauty.

• Nursery or Child’s Room: The lambs symbolize innocence, making it especially sweet for young children’s spaces.

• Office or Study: Provides a peaceful retreat and a reminder of life’s simple joys.

As a rare piece from the Moss Lamb Collection, this lithograph also makes a treasured gift for:

• Collectors of P. Buckley Moss artwork

• Country and folk art enthusiasts

• New homeowners (a symbol of warmth and belonging)

• Nature and animal lovers, particularly those who adore lambs

• Special occasions such as Mother’s Day, anniversaries, or milestone celebrations

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)

1989

Rare Art Print

Image Size: 10-3/4 x 19 inches. Paper Size: 12-3/4 x 21 inches.