Description

Troy by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject

Troy by P. Buckley Moss is a rare signed and numbered limited edition lithograph that captures the playful joy of music and childhood. The artwork features a young boy in Moss’s signature folk-art style, dressed in traditional Amish-inspired clothing with a wide-brimmed hat and checkered shirt. He holds a tambourine inscribed with his name, “Troy,” suggesting individuality and the delight of music-making.

This piece is part of the Moss One Boy Collection, Boy Name, Music and the Rare Collection, making it highly collectible. It also connects to Moss’s occasional musical themes, reflecting how music and rhythm bring families and communities together.

Style & Technique

Moss’s distinctive folk-art simplicity shines here, with clean lines, soft facial expressions, and charming details in the boy’s clothing. The tambourine adds a whimsical touch, its circular shape echoing the theme of rhythm and harmony. Lithography ensures crisp preservation of every line and color wash, and each piece is hand-signed and numbered by P. Buckley Moss, enhancing its rarity and value.

Mood & Inspiration

The mood of Troy is joyful, playful, and celebratory. Moss often drew inspiration from the innocence of childhood and the traditions of Amish life, where music and simple pleasures filled the home. Here, she combines those themes to highlight the universal joy of music and youthful energy.

Placement & Gift Ideas

This rare lithograph makes a wonderful addition to a child’s room, music room, or family living space. It is also a thoughtful gift for musicians, collectors of Moss’s rare works, or those who appreciate the blend of childhood charm and musical inspiration.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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🥁 Fun Fact: The tambourine has ancient origins, dating back thousands of years and appearing in cultures from Egypt to Rome. It remains one of the most universal instruments for children because of its simplicity and joyous sound.

1989

Rare Art Print

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (See FAQs)

Image Size: 5-1/2 x 2-5/8 inches. Paper Size: 10-1/2 x 7-5/8 inches.