Description

Hoof Beats by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Hoof Beats by P. Buckley Moss is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph from both the Moss Horse Collection and the Moss Sketch Collection. This elegant piece celebrates Moss’s gift for capturing equestrian beauty through the simplicity of line and form.

The artwork features three expressive studies of horses, each sketched in pencil-like detail. Two horses stand gracefully side by side at the top, their flowing manes evoking movement and companionship. Below them, Moss presents two rear perspectives — one horse walking away and another leaning against a fence, showcasing her ability to portray both strength and gentleness through posture. Together, the sketches create a rhythmic composition, echoing the steady beat of hooves that inspired the title.

Style & Technique

As a lithograph, Hoof Beats preserves the authenticity of Moss’s sketchwork, which emphasizes expressive lines over heavy detail. The lithographic process, in which the artist’s hand-drawn image is transferred from stone or plate to paper, enhances the crispness of each line and the subtle shading Moss intended.

Part of the Moss Sketch Collection, this piece highlights Moss’s talent in minimalism — where just a few strokes can convey emotion, motion, and personality. The signed and numbered edition ensures exclusivity, making this a cherished work for collectors who value Moss’s rarer sketch-based creations.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Hoof Beats is lively, organic, and unrefined in the best way — it feels like a glimpse into the artist’s sketchbook. Moss invites viewers to appreciate the immediacy of her process and the spirited energy of the horses. The title suggests rhythm and vitality, reminding us that even in stillness, horses embody movement and power.

Placement & Gift Ideas

With its monochromatic elegance, Hoof Beats works beautifully in offices, studies, art studios, or living spaces. Its sketch-like quality makes it versatile — a complement to both contemporary and traditional interiors.

As a gift, this lithograph is ideal for equestrians, art lovers, and Moss collectors. It is especially meaningful for those who appreciate the artistry of sketches and the intimate look they provide into an artist’s hand.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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✨ Fun Fact: The Moss Sketch Collection is especially prized because it captures the raw immediacy of Moss’s hand. Many collectors consider sketch lithographs like Hoof Beats to be a direct link to Moss’s creative process.

💡 Collector’s Insight: Hoof Beats is both a horse collectible and an artistic study. Its sketch style distinguishes it from Moss’s more colorful lithographs, making it a unique addition to the Moss Horse Collection. Because sketch lithographs were produced in smaller editions, they often become rarer and more desirable over time.

2004

Image size: 7-3/4 x 6-3/4 inches. Paper Size: 11 x 8-1/2 inches.