Description

Daredevil Skaters by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Daredevil Skaters is a rare, limited edition lithograph by beloved American folk artist P. Buckley Moss, belonging to her Three Boys Two Girls Collection as well as her celebrated Skating Collection. This delightful artwork captures the playful spirit of winter, as a group of five children—three boys and two girls—skate hand-in-hand across a frozen pond.

Set against a snowy backdrop with tall bare trees and a stately brick home, the scene radiates both nostalgia and joy. A horse-drawn buggy waits in the distance, grounding the piece in Moss’s recurring theme of rural life and tradition. The children, bundled in dark winter attire, exude both daring energy and youthful innocence as they test their balance and courage on the ice.

Style & Technique

Moss’s folk-art minimalism comes alive in this lithograph, where the clean lines of the children’s figures contrast with the soft washes of snow and sky. The muted whites, grays, and blues of the winter landscape are accented by the warm red-browns of the brick home and barn, balancing the composition with both cool serenity and inviting warmth.

The lithograph printing process captures Moss’s signature textures and tonal layering, preserving the quiet depth and movement of her hand-drawn lines.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Daredevil Skaters is playful, nostalgic, and full of life. It reflects Moss’s inspiration in the joys of community, the rhythms of rural tradition, and the spirit of childhood adventure. Skating, a frequent subject in Moss’s winter works, symbolizes both freedom and togetherness—reminding us of the beauty in simple pleasures and the bonds of friendship.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This piece is a versatile and heartwarming addition to a variety of spaces:

• A family room or living room, bringing nostalgic winter charm.

• A hallway or entryway, as a cheerful seasonal welcome.

• A nursery or children’s room, celebrating the joy of childhood play.

• A winter or holiday décor collection, enhancing seasonal displays.

It also makes a meaningful gift for:

• Families with multiple children, echoing the group theme.

• Winter sports and skating enthusiasts.

• Collectors of Moss’s skating or winter-themed works.

• Folk art lovers, drawn to Moss’s celebration of rural and family life.

Each limited edition print is signed and numbered as part of the publishing process, ensuring authenticity before release.
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Canada Goose Gallery, embossed with our gallery seal on a gold label. (see FAQs)

1985

Rare Art Print

Image Size: 11-1/2 x 13-1/2 inches. Paper Size: 15-1/2 x 16-1/2 inches.