STORY
The Carlyle is an Art Deco hotel on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, built from Charlotte's own photographs of the hotel and its surroundings.
Using her signature multi layer photographic technique, Charlotte layers many of her own frames over the facade, kept straight and square, the way a film editor holds one shot and cuts the life of a scene around it. A close up of the hotel's windows is layered across the whole image, over the building and up into the sky.
Palm leaves cross the front from both sides, pale blue on the left, green on the right.
Below the sign is the terrace, with its umbrellas, wicker chairs and potted plants. Then the street, and the beach: dozens of small figures in the sand, towels spread, the day in full sun.
The hotel's name appears 4 times. Once in red script above the entrance. Twice on banners that were up the day Charlotte took the photographs. And once across the bottom, the same sign brought in close and laid large over the sand.
A couple who met at The Carlyle looked for 20 years for an image of the hotel that matched their memory of it. They found it in this one, a view nobody could have stood in front of.
This work is part of The Structural Series, Charlotte Fonne's Miami Art Deco hotels, where each facade stands still while the life of South Beach drifts around it. On Ocean Drive, when you face a hotel, the beach is behind you. Here you see both. It is curated by Lumas and represented across their nineteen international locations.
Each image in the composition is personally photographed by Charlotte, ensuring a genuine and unique piece. Signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited edition. Only 5 to 20 prints per size exist in the world.
Materials & Framing
Gallery-Quality Photo Print
Fuji Crystal Archive DP II: Exceptional Color and Longevity.
I print my artwork on Fuji Crystal Archive DP II, a premium gallery-quality photo paper known for luminous color and remarkable longevity. The paper reproduces deep contrast and a wide tonal range, giving the work a striking visual impact.
Fuji Crystal Archive DP II has an extremely wide color gamut and is designed to be non-fade for at least 75 years. The glossy finish enhances the depth of the artwork, creating an immersive viewing experience.
- Surface feel: Smooth
- Surface finish: Glossy
- Longevity: Non-fade for 75 years
- Manufacturer: Fujicolor
Acrylic Glass Mounting
To enhance both durability and presentation, the photo print is mounted under glossy acrylic glass and backed with sturdy aluminum Dibond. This high-end mounting technique intensifies colors, adds depth, and provides a sleek, modern finish suitable for any space. Acrylic glass is lightweight, shatterproof, and resistant to temperature fluctuations. It protects the artwork while amplifying its brilliance, making it an excellent choice for a lasting display.
- Acrylic Glass: Glossy, 1/16 in. (2 mm)
- Photo Print: Fuji Crystal Archive DP II with silicone sealant
- Backing: Sturdy aluminum Dibond backing
This premium combination of materials ensures the artwork maintains brilliance and integrity for decades to come.
Floater Frame
For a finished presentation, the mounted artwork can be set in a floater frame. This custom-made solid hardwood frame creates a unique visual effect with a gap between the image and the frame, giving the impression that your artwork floats on the wall. The contemporary design is both elegant and subtle, enhancing the presence of the piece without overwhelming it. Available in two colors, black or white, the frame complements a variety of styles.
- Frame Width: 0.6 in. (15 mm)
- Frame Depth: 1.14 in. (29 mm)
- Frame Shadow Gap: 0.27 in. (7 mm)
Ready to hang
Each frame includes a secure wall fixing system that ensures your artwork is beautifully displayed and ready to hang right away. Prints mounted on aluminum Dibond feature an aluminum rail hanging system, providing the same out-of-the-box convenience for easy installation.
- Effortless setup: Just two nails, screws, or hooks are all you need.
- Durable and stable: The mounting system ensures your piece stays securely in place for long-lasting display.
Certificate of Authenticity
Every limited edition artwork comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Originality: The certificate confirms your artwork is an original, signed by my hand, not a mass-produced copy.
- Edition number: Each piece carries its own number in the edition, so you know exactly where it sits and how few exist.
- Signed by hand: I sign and number every piece myself before it leaves the studio.
