Description

Daily Chores by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Daily Chores is a rare, limited edition lithograph by celebrated American folk artist P. Buckley Moss, from her charming One Boy Collection. This piece captures the timeless rhythm of rural life, as a young Amish boy dutifully carries a pitchfork—an emblem of work, responsibility, and the values passed down through generations.

The boy, dressed in traditional Amish attire with a broad-brimmed hat, checked shirt, and suspenders, embodies simplicity and innocence. Moss highlights the quiet dignity of daily responsibilities, reminding us that even the smallest tasks carry meaning when approached with care and purpose.

Style & Technique

True to Moss’s folk-art minimalism, the boy is rendered with clean, expressive lines and gentle curves. His clothing, in muted tones of beige and gray accented with soft blue checks, conveys both tradition and warmth. Against the simplicity of the white background, every detail of his form stands out, underscoring Moss’s ability to capture depth and storytelling with restraint.

The lithograph medium preserves Moss’s artistic touch, from the delicate variations in shading to the crisp detail of the pitchfork, ensuring this rare work remains a treasured collectible.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Daily Chores is peaceful, grounded, and nostalgic. Moss draws inspiration from Amish traditions and the values of family, work, and humility, celebrating the beauty found in life’s simple, everyday rhythms. By elevating a child’s role in chores, Moss honors the sense of responsibility and pride in contributing to community and family life.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This artwork makes a meaningful addition to spaces that value heritage and tradition:

• A kitchen or dining area, as a reminder of the connection between work and nourishment.

• A family room or hallway, reflecting the spirit of rural life.

• A study or office, inspiring diligence and purpose.

It also makes a thoughtful gift for:

• Families and parents, symbolizing the values passed down through generations.

• Collectors of Amish life art and Moss’s One Boy Collection.

• Lovers of folk art, who appreciate the dignity in simplicity.

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)

Rare Art Print

1978

Image Size: 6-1/2 x 7 inches. Paper Size: 10 x 8 inches.