Description

Summer Basket P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Summer Basket by P. Buckley Moss is a signed open edition lithograph from the Moss One Boy One Girl Collection, a series that beautifully captures the innocence and quiet charm of country life. This rare edition portrays a young Amish boy and girl working together, carefully carrying a large basket filled with playful black kittens — and one spirited white kitten that stands out as the centerpiece of the scene.

The soft pastel background, painted in Moss’s signature gradient of sun-washed hues, suggests a peaceful summer afternoon, filled with warmth and gentle companionship. The children’s tender cooperation and the joyful movement of the kittens embody the artist’s enduring themes of simplicity, community, and love of animals.

Medium & Edition

This open edition lithograph has been signed with mechanical signature and produced on fine archival paper for superior color and longevity. Although it is not hand-signed, the artist’s plate signature confirms authenticity and connection to Moss’s studio tradition.

Part of the Moss One Boy One Girl Collection, Summer Basket stands as a charming representation of the artist’s early focus on childhood innocence and pastoral life. Collectors especially treasure these smaller, more intimate compositions for their storytelling depth and sentimental appeal.

Style & Technique

Moss’s delicate hand and emotional precision shine in Summer Basket. The flowing pastel tones and gentle brushstrokes create a serene background that contrasts beautifully with the crisp, expressive figures. The woven texture of the basket and the whimsical postures of the kittens add layers of texture and personality, inviting the viewer into this moment of pure rural joy.

Mood & Inspiration

Summer Basket captures the essence of teamwork, affection, and care — values that Moss often celebrated in her depictions of Amish and country children. The single white kitten nestled among its darker siblings can be seen as a symbol of individuality and grace, themes that echo throughout Moss’s art.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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🎨 Fun Fact:
Moss often included animals — especially cats — as gentle companions and protectors in her works. Her distinctive black cats have become a recognizable signature element throughout her collections.

🖼️ Collector’s Insight:
Summer Basket is part of the Moss One Boy One Girl Collection, one of the most beloved and sought-after themes among collectors. As an open edition lithograph, it combines artistry, tenderness, and nostalgia — making it an excellent addition to any Moss collection focused on family, rural heritage, or animal companionship.

2007

Rare

Fine Art Print

Open Edition Print

Paper Size: 8-1/2 inches x 5 inches. Image size: 6-1/2 inches x 4 inches.