Description

Danny’s Bear by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Danny’s Bear is a rare, limited edition lithograph by celebrated American folk artist P. Buckley Moss, belonging to both the One Boy Collection and the Boy Names Collection. This tender artwork captures the innocence of childhood through the simple image of a young boy, Danny, seated comfortably with his beloved teddy bear in his arms.

With his dark hair, bright eyes, and striped socks, Danny exudes both sweetness and personality. The teddy bear, nestled protectively in his embrace, symbolizes comfort, companionship, and the timeless bond between children and their favorite toys. The striped background adds rhythm and structure to the composition, framing the boy and his bear with a sense of balance and coziness.

Style & Technique

Moss’s folk-art minimalism shines in Danny’s Bear, where expressive form outweighs intricate detail. The boy’s features are captured with gentle simplicity, allowing emotion and innocence to speak louder than realism.

Rendered in earthy neutrals with accents of soft blue and warm browns, the piece radiates tenderness. The lithograph process ensures each signed and numbered edition retains the crisp linework and delicate tonal layering that define Moss’s style.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Danny’s Bear is nostalgic, warm, and deeply comforting. Inspired by the joys of childhood and the importance of cherished keepsakes, Moss reflects on the universal memory of holding a teddy bear close. By naming the boy Danny, Moss adds individuality and identity, making this piece feel both personal and universal.

It speaks not only to collectors but also to parents, grandparents, and anyone who remembers the treasured companionship of a childhood toy.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph fits beautifully in places where warmth and memory are celebrated:

• A nursery or child’s room, as a heartwarming reminder of innocence and security.

• A family room, bringing a touch of nostalgia and sweetness.

• A bedroom or guest room, where its cozy imagery adds comfort.

It also makes a meaningful gift for:

• Families of a boy named Danny, adding a personal touch.

• Teddy bear collectors and enthusiasts, who value its symbolic charm.

• Parents and grandparents, celebrating the timeless bond of family and childhood.

• Moss collectors, especially of the Boy Names Collection or One Boy Collection.

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

1995

Image Size: 3-1/16 x 3-3/4 inches. Paper Size: 6 x 4-3/4 inches.