Kaiser Wilhelm Church by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Kaiser Wilhelm Church by P. Buckley Moss is a rare, signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that blends European history, architectural beauty, and Moss’s signature warmth. At the heart of the composition is Berlin’s Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Its preserved ruins, left standing after World War II, serve as a monument to peace and reconciliation.

In front of the grand historic structure, Moss places a lively street scene: a man plays a hand-cranked organ while children gather in delight, and a small dachshund dog adds charm and companionship. This combination of monumental architecture with everyday joy is quintessential Moss—reminding us that history is not only about buildings and events, but also about the people and pets who live alongside them.

As part of the Moss Dog Collection,  Historic Landmarks Collection and Moss Rare Collection, this lithograph bridges Moss’s love for animals with her reverence for historic sites around the world.

Style & Technique

Rendered in Moss’s iconic folk-art style, the lithograph combines detailed architecture with whimsical figures. The children’s rosy faces, the dachshund’s long, low form, and the organ grinder’s warm presence balance the solemnity of the church’s ruins. The lithographic process captures every detail with clarity and depth, and each piece is hand-signed and numbered by P. Buckley Moss, ensuring authenticity.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Kaiser Wilhelm Church is one of remembrance and resilience, softened by the charm of daily life. Moss was inspired by the way Berliners transformed the damaged church into a symbol of hope, refusing to erase its scars. By adding the dog and children, she reminds us that even in the shadow of history, joy, love, and loyalty continue.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This lithograph is ideal for display in a study, library, or living room, where it can spark conversation about history, art, and resilience. It also makes a thoughtful gift for world travelers, German heritage enthusiasts, dachshund lovers, or collectors of Moss’s historic landmark works.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

 🐾 Fun Fact: The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is known locally as the “Hollow Tooth” because of its damaged spire—a striking reminder of World War II that Berliners chose to preserve as a symbol of peace.

1986