Description

Our Blessing by P. Buckley Moss

Introduction

Our Blessing by P. Buckley Moss is a 1998 numbered, limited-edition lithograph that brings together two delicate angelic figures, a handwritten message of gratitude, and graceful floral ornamentation.

The artwork features two youthful angels facing one another, their hands meeting above an affectionate inscription. Soft brown and gold tones give the figures warmth, while flowing lines of green, rose, and blue frame the composition.

Unlike Moss’s angel artworks that rely on a single figure or a narrative scene, Our Blessing combines illustration and words to express a personal sentiment. Its intimate design makes it especially meaningful for collectors who appreciate artwork celebrating love, faith, and the people who enrich our lives.

Story Behind the Artwork

At the heart of Our Blessing is a message about recognizing the importance of another person.

The two angels face each other in a gentle exchange, their hands coming together above the inscription. Their positioning suggests affection, companionship, and mutual appreciation.

The decorative border, with its curling botanical forms and small colorful accents, surrounds the message without overwhelming it. The composition resembles an illustrated keepsake or a carefully written personal note.

Although the specific occasion or inspiration behind the artwork has not been documented in the supplied materials, the pairing of words and imagery gives the piece a strong connection to gratitude and personal relationships.

Symbols & Meaning

The Two Angels: In Christian artistic tradition, angels are associated with heavenly messages and spiritual care. Here, the youthful figures may also suggest friendship, devotion, or the comfort of being understood.

Joined Hands: The angels’ meeting hands create a visual expression of connection. Their gesture can be interpreted as a symbol of affection and mutual support.

The Written Blessing: The inscription shifts the artwork’s focus from a general angelic subject to a personal expression of appreciation.

The Decorative Flourishes: The colorful, flowing ornamentation gives the work the appearance of a commemorative keepsake, reinforcing its intimate character.

Artistic Details

Moss creates a delicate balance between illustration, lettering, and ornament.

The angels occupy the upper portion of the image. Their softly drawn faces, flowing hair, and understated clothing are rendered in warm earth tones. The loose linework gives both figures a gentle, informal quality.

Below them, the handwritten inscription becomes the central visual feature. The expressive lettering contributes to the artwork’s personal, almost conversational tone.

Curving green stems, touches of rose and blue, and small floral accents frame the design. The generous white background keeps the overall composition light and uncluttered.

This combination of handwritten sentiment and figurative illustration distinguishes Our Blessing from Moss’s more conventional landscape and character compositions.

Featured Master Collections

Primary Master Collection — Family & Legacy

The artwork’s emphasis on appreciation and personal connection makes it especially relevant to family relationships and meaningful bonds.

Supporting Master Collection — Faith That Endures

The two angelic figures and the concept of blessing connect the artwork with spiritual imagery.

Supporting Master Collection — Childhood & Storytelling

The youthful angels and decorative illustration have a gentle storybook quality.

Decorating Ideas

Our Blessing is well suited to a bedroom, family room, reading nook, or a quiet area devoted to meaningful personal objects.

Its delicate palette and decorative lettering complement traditional and cottage-inspired interiors. It could also be displayed alongside family photographs or other sentimental artwork.

Because the inscription is an important part of the composition, placement where viewers can comfortably read it would be particularly effective.

Gift Ideas

Our Blessing offers a thoughtful gift for someone whose presence has made a meaningful difference in another person’s life.

Its themes of gratitude and affection make it appropriate for a wedding anniversary, Mother’s Day, or a special family celebration. It may also appeal to collectors who enjoy Moss’s angel imagery and her more intimate, message-centered compositions.

About the Edition

Our Blessing was published in 1998 as a numbered, limited-edition lithograph.

Why Buy from Canada Goose Gallery

Canada Goose Gallery offers Our Blessing in new, mint condition with a Certificate of Authenticity. Our gallery provides collectors with documented edition information and opportunities to explore related P. Buckley Moss artwork.

Learn more through the Canada Goose Gallery Collector FAQ.

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🎨 Fun Fact:

The tradition of giving written blessings and expressions of affection has a long history in American decorative arts. During the nineteenth century, friendship albums became popular keepsakes in which family members and friends contributed handwritten verses, drawings, and personal messages. Many entries combined decorative lettering with flowers, borders, or symbolic illustrations, turning a written sentiment into something meant to be preserved and revisited. Although Our Blessing is a modern artwork rather than a historical friendship-album page, its combination of handwritten words, angelic figures, and ornamental flourishes offers an interesting visual parallel to that earlier tradition.

🖼️ Collector’s Insight:

What distinguishes Our Blessing is the relationship between its imagery and its handwritten message. Two youthful angels meet at the center of the composition, while the inscription beneath them transforms the artwork into a personal expression of gratitude. Rather than relying on a detailed setting, Moss uses warm earth tones, delicate line work, and a lightly colored decorative border to keep attention on the sentiment. For collectors, this makes Our Blessing a particularly meaningful companion to angel-themed works and artworks celebrating family relationships. Its 1998 numbered lithograph edition of 1,000 prints, with 25 artist’s proofs, provides a documented edition context.

“Some People Are a Blessing in Our Lives