Description

Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings by P. Buckley Moss

Content & Subject
Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings by P. Buckley Moss is a numbered, limited edition porcelain ornament celebrating one of the most iconic and beloved verses of the classic Christmas carol. As part of the Moss Ornament Collection and the Moss Twelve Days of Christmas Collection, this shimmering, energetic artwork brings the famous “five golden rings” to life with Moss’s hallmark whimsy, color, and movement.

At the heart of Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings, five graceful figures swirl in a vibrant dance, each of them holding, lifting, or guiding one of the five glowing golden rings. The figures—clad in beautifully patterned garments of red, blue, pink, gold, and cream—encircle the center of the composition, creating an expressive spiral of movement. Their swirling hair, flowing sleeves, and dynamic poses bring a sense of festive excitement to the scene.

Behind them, radiant bursts of white and gold mimic the sparkle of holiday lights, filling the background with joyful motion. The deep berry-red center contrasts beautifully with the icy blue outer ring, creating a vibrant and energetic holiday palette.

The border, textured in rich snowy blues, frames the design with golden handwritten script reading:
“On the fifth day of Christmas my true love sent to me…”
—encircling the artwork in a lyrical ribbon of tradition and celebration.

This ornament captures the song’s joyful heart and transforms the classic verse into a captivating, visually musical experience.

Style & Technique
Crafted in Moss’s signature folk-art style, Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings blends expressive figures, swirling motifs, and radiant color to bring the famous lyric to life. The porcelain surface enhances each detail—delicate brushstrokes, the luminous rings, the movement of hair and garments, and the sparkling bursts that fill the composition.

As a numbered limited edition, the ornament captures Moss’s fine linework and dynamic textures with clarity. The circular design mirrors the rings themselves, creating a cohesive and harmonious composition filled with rhythm and energy.

The palette—gold, berry-red, frosty blue, ivory, and shimmering white—evokes the warmth and sparkle of the holiday season.

Mood & Inspiration
The mood of Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings is joyful, radiant, and filled with celebratory movement. Moss draws inspiration from the musicality and repetition of the carol’s most famous line, capturing the lively energy of “five golden rings” through sweeping curves, luminous gold shapes, and dancing figures.

This ornament embodies the excitement of Christmas morning, the magic of holiday music, and the generosity celebrated in the song’s timeless story.

Placement & Gift Ideas
Twelve Days of Christmas Five Golden Rings looks beautiful hanging on a Christmas tree with the included cord or displayed on a tiny easel with other Twelve Days ornaments. Its bright palette and swirling movement make it an excellent focal piece in holiday displays or carol-themed vignettes.

This ornament makes a delightful gift for Moss collectors, lovers of the Twelve Days of Christmas, music enthusiasts, and anyone who cherishes vibrant, story-rich holiday artwork. It is ideal for Christmas gifting, ornament exchanges, collector sets, or holiday home décor.

Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (see FAQs)

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✨ Fun Fact:
The phrase “five golden rings” originally referred not to jewelry but to ring-necked birds—though modern interpretations transform them into glowing gold circles. Moss embraces the contemporary interpretation with dazzling artistic flair.

🎁 Collector’s Insight:
As part of the Moss Twelve Days of Christmas Collection, this ornament is cherished for its radiant energy and iconic subject matter. Many collectors consider the “five golden rings” ornament a centerpiece of the entire Twelve Days series.

Size: 3-5/16 inches diameter.

Any number of ornaments ship for the flat rate of $12.60

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