Description

Farm Life by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Farm Life is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by American folk artist P. Buckley Moss, capturing the spirit of rural heritage and the joyful innocence of childhood. This enchanting artwork shows a lively farm scene filled with activity: children swing from the strong branches of a grand tree, climb high into its limbs, and play in the yard with a red wagon. In the distance, a yellow covered bridge and a farmhouse with a wide porch stand as symbols of home, community, and enduring tradition.

The composition highlights a family of two boys and three girls, each child engaged in playful pursuits that reflect the freedom and simplicity of farm life. This makes the piece a cherished part of Moss’s Two Boys Three Girls Collection, appealing both to collectors and to families who see their own story reflected in Moss’s timeless imagery.

Style & Technique

Moss’s distinctive folk art style radiates through Farm Life. Her figures are elongated, stylized, and intentionally simple, allowing them to serve as universal representations of family and tradition. The lithograph medium preserves her delicate linework and textural detailing, giving life to both the bustling activity of the children and the serenity of the farmstead in the background.

The color palette combines muted greens, soft yellows, gentle purples, and earthy browns, creating a balanced harmony between the landscape and the figures. Moss’s perspective draws the viewer into the center of the scene, as though standing in the yard witnessing the joy firsthand.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Farm Life is joyful, nostalgic, and lively. Inspired by Moss’s admiration for the values of rural America, the piece evokes childhood innocence and the richness of outdoor play. Every element—the swinging children, the protective farmhouse, the inviting covered bridge—contributes to a celebration of simpler times when family, nature, and tradition formed the foundation of daily life.

This lithograph captures both the energy of play and the grounding presence of home, offering viewers a reminder of the enduring bonds that make life meaningful.

Placement & Gift Ideas

Farm Life is a versatile and uplifting artwork suited to many settings:

• Living room or family room – A joyful focal point celebrating childhood and tradition.

• Children’s playroom or nursery – A perfect reminder of carefree play and family bonds.

• Dining room or kitchen – A nod to heritage, nourishment, and home life.

• Hallway or entryway – A warm and welcoming introduction to family values.

As a gift, Farm Life is ideal for:

• Families with multiple children – A touching reflection of their own experiences.

• Parents and grandparents – A celebration of heritage and the joy of watching generations grow.

• Weddings and anniversaries – Honoring the foundation of family life.

• Collectors of P. Buckley Moss – Especially those focused on the Two Boys Three Girls 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)

1996

Image Size: 5-15/16 x 14-1/8 inches. Paper Size: 7-15/16 x 16-1/8 inches.

Part of the proceeds from this print donated to Farm Safety 4 Just Kids, Earlham, IA.Part of the proceeds from this print donated to Farm Safety 4 Just Kids, Earlham, IA.