Description

Family Ties by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Family Ties by P. Buckley Moss is a rare signed and numbered limited edition print that beautifully captures the strength, faith, and unity of family life. Part of Moss’s Rare Collection, Family Collection, and Fall Collection, this artwork is especially treasured by collectors for its scarcity and its heartfelt subject.

The composition features an Amish family of five—father, mother, and three children—standing together in the foreground. Their simple, dignified clothing reflects Moss’s classic stylization of Amish life. Behind them, rustic buildings—a brick farmhouse, a wooden cabin, and a mill with a waterwheel—anchor the scene in history and tradition. Bare trees and the muted tones of autumn set the backdrop, suggesting the turning of the season and the enduring bond of family through time and change.

Style & Technique

Moss’s folk art style shines in Family Ties, where her blend of precise linework and watercolor washes creates both simplicity and warmth. The subdued palette of browns, russets, and soft blues reflects the season’s quiet mood while also emphasizing the timelessness of the figures and architecture. The wide horizontal format allows the viewer’s eye to move gently across the composition, reinforcing themes of continuity and togetherness. The rarity of this edition makes it even more prized, especially for collectors who seek Moss’s most meaningful and personal works.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of this piece is reverent, nostalgic, and centered on faith and family. Moss often drew inspiration from the Amish community, where life is rooted in tradition, simplicity, and the strength of close family bonds. Family Ties speaks directly to these values, presenting the family as both subject and symbol of stability. The surrounding homes and mill further reinforce themes of heritage, resilience, and connection to the land.

Placement & Gift Ideas

As part of Moss’s Rare Collection, Family Ties is a significant acquisition for serious collectors. Its themes also make it a meaningful display in family rooms, dining rooms, or entryways, where its message of love, unity, and tradition can be appreciated daily.

This rare print also makes a heartfelt gift for anniversaries, weddings, or Thanksgiving—occasions where the themes of family and gratitude are most deeply felt. It is especially valuable for collectors of Moss’s Amish and family-centered works.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

2001

Rare Art Print

Image Size: 4-5/8 x 11-9/16 inches. Paper Size: 6-5/8 x 13-9/16 inches.