Description

Currituck Artist Proof by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Currituck Artist proof by P. Buckley Moss is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph Artist Proof, belonging to the Horse Collection, Lighthouse Collection, and Historic Collection. This artwork beautifully unites Moss’s love of rural animals with her admiration for America’s historic landmarks.

The composition features the iconic Currituck Beach Lighthouse in North Carolina, its red brick tower rising tall against a backdrop of trees. At its base, a solitary horse grazes peacefully in the foreground, symbolizing the quiet resilience of rural life along the coast. The circular framing of the piece adds harmony and balance, giving the scene a timeless, almost medallion-like quality.

With Currituck Artist Proof, Moss not only highlights one of the most treasured lighthouses on the Eastern Seaboard but also honors the presence of the horse as a guardian of tradition and nature.

Style & Technique

Rendered as a lithograph, Currituck Artist Proof carries the fine detail and textural richness characteristic of Moss’s printmaking. The warm brick tones of the lighthouse contrast beautifully with the soft greens and muted grays of the surrounding trees. The horse, painted in dark tones, anchors the composition while offering an elegant counterpoint to the towering structure behind it.

The rare, signed and numbered limited edition ensures exclusivity, while Moss’s signature folk-art style—marked by simplicity, grace, and storytelling—makes this piece a memorable addition for collectors.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Currituck is calm, reflective, and reverent. The lighthouse, a symbol of guidance and endurance, stands tall while the horse grazes in quiet contentment, representing peace and connection to the land. Moss was inspired by both the beauty of coastal landmarks and the timeless relationship between humans, animals, and place. Together, these elements create a meditative work that blends history, nature, and folk artistry.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Currituck is a versatile artwork that enhances both traditional and contemporary spaces. It is particularly suited for living rooms, studies, hallways, and coastal-inspired interiors, where its lighthouse theme evokes travel, history, and serenity.

As a gift, this lithograph is meaningful for lighthouse enthusiasts, horse lovers, and collectors of American folk art. It makes an excellent present for birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, or housewarmings, especially for those who cherish coastal heritage and rural beauty.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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✨ Fun Fact: The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, built in 1875, is one of the last major brick lighthouses constructed on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. It remains unpainted, showcasing its distinctive red-brick exterior—a feature Moss faithfully captures in this artwork.

💡 Collector’s Insight: Because Currituck Artist Proof is part of multiple Moss collections—the Horse Collection, Lighthouse Collection, Rare Collection and Historic Collection—it holds broad appeal among collectors. This cross-category significance, combined with its signed and numbered edition, makes it a valuable piece for building a diversified Moss collection.

2001

Image Size: 5-1/8 x 5-1/8 inches. Paper Size: 8/58 x 8 5/8 inches.