Description

May’s Baby by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

May’s Baby by P. Buckley Moss is a numbered, limited edition lithograph from the enchanting Moss Baby Months Collection, a series celebrating the gentle beauty, innocence, and seasonal symbolism of each month. As part of the Baby Months Set, this fine art print captures the tender charm of May through soft florals, delicate colors, and the irresistible sweetness of childhood.

In May’s Baby, a curly-haired baby rests playfully inside a woven basket, surrounded by soft pink blossoms that bloom around and behind the child. The baby reaches upward with a handful of fresh flowers, symbolizing the renewal, growth, and blossoming spirit associated with May. The gentle tilt of the head, the expressive little hands, and the serene comfort of the basket create a moment of joy that feels both intimate and universal.

Moss’s ability to convey innocence through minimal strokes and warm textures is on full display here. May’s Baby radiates purity, softness, and the optimism of spring—a perfect representation of May’s gentle personality.

Style & Technique

Rendered as a fine art lithograph, May’s Baby showcases Moss’s elegant blend of simplicity and emotional depth. Her watercolor-inspired palette—featuring warm browns, rosy pinks, and soft purples—creates a calming and tender atmosphere.

The woven basket is beautifully textured with Moss’s signature loose yet controlled brushwork, while the surrounding flowers appear feather-light and airy. The baby, rendered with expressive but simple lines, becomes the heart of the composition.

The lithographic process gives each subtle color transition clarity and softness, maintaining the delicacy Moss is known for while preserving the archival quality collectors treasure.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of May’s Baby is joyful, peaceful, and full of springtime renewal. Moss’s inspiration often centers on the themes of childhood, nature’s cycles, and the pure delight found in small everyday moments.

Here, the month of May is brought to life through blossoming flowers and a baby who seems to embody the spirit of new growth and possibility. The artwork feels like a celebration—of life, of warmth, and of the beauty that blooms in the late spring air.

Placement & Gift Ideas

May’s Baby is especially lovely in nurseries, children’s rooms, playrooms, or any space where softness and warmth are welcomed. Its gentle palette also makes it ideal for hallways, reading nooks, or gallery walls featuring Moss’s child or seasonal pieces.

As a gift, May’s Baby is perfect for new parents, grandparents, springtime birthdays, baby showers, christenings, or collectors of the Baby Months Set. Its symbolic connection to the month of May makes it meaningful for births, anniversaries, or milestone celebrations that take place during this lovely spring month.

As part of the Baby Months Set, this print is an ideal standalone artwork or can be paired with other months in the collection for a cohesive celebration of the year. May Baby is a thoughtful and unique gift for new parents, baby showers, or families celebrating a baby born in May. Its floral theme and lighthearted design make it a lovely keepsake for commemorating special moments in a child’s early life.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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Fun Fact: 🌸
May is traditionally associated with flowers, motherhood, and renewal—making Moss’s floral-filled interpretation especially fitting for a baby-themed artwork.

Collector’s Insight: 🎨
Pieces from the Moss Baby Months Collection are highly treasured for their charm and seasonal symbolism. May’s Baby is especially beloved for its soft palette and joyful depiction, making it a must-have for collectors working to complete the full Baby Months Set.

2004

This print can be purchased as a single print or as part of the Baby Months Set.

Image Size: 3-7/8 x 5-1/2 inches. Paper Size: 7-3/8 x 9 inches.

🎁 Available through Canada Goose Gallery in Waynesville, Ohio — your trusted source for the art of P. Buckley Moss.