A069- Anchors Away, Viscaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, Florida

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I have visited Viscaya twice and I enjoy it so much, I will make sure to visit it, every time I go to Miami. 

Viscaya was built for Industrialist James Deering (heir to International Harvester) built between 1914 and 1922. Vizcaya is located in the Coconut Grove area of Miami. The 444 acre estate was entirely surrounded by subtropical forest along the shores of Biscayne Bay.

Deering apparently wanted the estate to be approached and seen from the great Biscayne Bay.

While I could write several blogs on Deering and the Estate, my single most favorite feature is the Breakwater feature, a maritime folley with a dual purpose: protect the estate from violent waves and act as a fabulous gateway to the Estate by way of the water. 

Vizcaya was envisioned as a modern interpretation of an eighteenth-century Italian villa with strong influences from the country estates of the Veneto region of northern Italy. Deering collaborated on the design of the villa with architect F. Burrall Hoffman, Jr. and interior designer Paul Chalfin. The gardens were designed by Colombian-born landscape architect Diego Suarez.

Viscaya is one of the most beautiful and well loved estates in all of Florida. It is also one of the most endangered by the rising level of seawater and increasingly violent hurricanes and accompanying water surges.

The breakwater otherwise known as “The Barge” was built in 1916 from reinforced cast concrete and clad in native coral stone ( very porous) sourced during the construction of the main house. The barge was designed to look like a ship with ornamental stone balustrades and statuary sculpted by American artist Alexander Stirling Calder of Pennsylvania. 

From the perspective of an architect looking at it today, with the Gondola spiraling striped mooring posts still intact, I could visualize that once upon a time this must have been a very grand entry via Biscayne Bay to the Estate. I know of no other American Estate with such a whimsical, playful and ceremonious entry. It is very clear to me that the Barge was built for Great Gatsby-esque type parties and was once spectacular. 

The “Barge” consists of a north and south set of cascading steps. The barge was “dripping with ornamentation” all carved under the hot Florida sun by Calder. At the one end, you could find a tea house, at the other, stone obelisks adorned the prow. In between, it was decorated with fabulous plants, fountains, statuary  and lighting. Deering also used to host parties in the “Barge”, with gondolas to ferry guests between the shore steps and the marine structure.

Today, the salt water and storm waves have eroded the structure and its decorative reliefs, and rising water has submerged the lower landing steps. But I can still envision the level of debauchery, decadence and wealth that must have been on display.

This landscape art print can be printed in sizes up to 30”x40” on any of our printable mediums. 

It is suitable for residential,  commercial and corporate spaces.

Unframed paper print photograph

All our paper prints are open edition  

Paper options

Our standard photo prints are printed on:

  • Fujiflex - a high gloss surface paper for extra rich colors 
  • Fuji Crystal Archive Pearl - a glossy paper for high-intensity colors and pearl like finish

Our fine Art prints are printed on:

  • Hahnemühle Photo Rag -308 gsm - smooth matte finish 
  • Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta Satin-300 gsm - natural white fine art inkjet paper with special inkjet coating.
  • Canson Platine Fibre Rag- 300 gsm-Ultra smooth paper with natural white color-Great for B&W and intense colors.
  • Canson Infinity Rag Photographique II- 310 gsm museum grade cotton rag- Pure white tone.

Printing options:

  • Premium archival inks for Art Papers.
  • Fuji paper prints are laser-exposed lightjet prints for vibrant color and clarity.

Archival Properties:

  • Over 100-year archival properties for both Art Prints and Fuji regular prints.

See product guide to learn more about our papers

Border options

White Border½”, 1”, 1-½” and 2” 

Sizing options

Sizes start at 16”x20” and go up to 20”x80”. We hand-pick sizes for our art prints and only offer you sizes appropriate for each photograph.

Framed paper print photograph

All our framed paper prints are open edition  

Papers and Sizing Options

Framed prints can be printed on all papers above except Fujiflex. 

Sizes for framed photo prints from 16”x20” up to 30”x40”. We hand-pick sizes for our art prints and only offer you sizes appropriate for each photograph.

Please note if ordering a large size: Larger sizes must be crated to ensure extra protection during shipping. Extra shipping charges will apply.

Framing options

  • Wood box frame in 6 finishes for 30”x40” and smaller
  • Modern Tall Box Frame in 2 Finishes for 30”x40” and smaller
  • Metal Box Frames suitable for all sizes of art prints
  • 2-¼” Natural barn wood Box frame for sizes 36”x36”, 36”x48”, 30”x45” and 40”x60”

Glazing options

  • Standard acrylic glazing, which is lighter than glass and can be shipped without breakage.

Mat options

  • 4 ply archival mats in 3 color options 
  • 8 ply archival mat in Polar White only

Mounting

  • Mounted on 1/4" foam core board for rigidity using archival adhesive 

Hanging hardware

  • Ready to hang with wire mounted to back
  • Option for no hanging hardware

Cleaning

  • Use a special acrylic cleaner available at most hardware stores.
  • Or use a dampened, not soaked, 100% cotton cloth - like a T-shirt. Dampen with a mixture of dish washing soap and water.
  • Never use an ammonia-based glass cleaner such as Windex. The ammonia will cloud the acrylic.

 See product guide to learn more about our frames

All products sold in the USA are printed and assembled with Pride in USA.

We own the rights to all our own images shown.

See our Product Guide for detailed information about our print mediums, framing, packaging and more

Metal photograph

All our metal prints are open edition  

Metal open edition art prints on specially coated aluminum sheets create a magical luminescence that is truly breathtaking. According to Xenon Light Stability Testing, the image stability of metal prints is two to three times that of traditional silver-based photo papers.

Our metal photography prints are best for bright and black and white images and the finish is perfect for bathrooms and kitchens. Our metal prints are resistant to moisture, contaminants, and biohazards, making them the most hygienic medium.  They are also easy to clean with your choice of cleaner! 

Printing options:

  • MetalPrints™ - dyes infused directly into specially coated aluminum sheets, using archival quality dyes.

Sizing options:

  • Sizes 16”x20” up to largest panorama size of 28”x84”
  • Custom order acrylic photos are available upon request (larger sizing/slips/triptychs) 

Finishing options:

Four finishes available: 

  • High gloss on white background
  • High gloss on aluminum background 
  • Satin gloss on white background
  • Satin gloss on aluminum background 

Metal/Wood Frames available for frame selection

  • Flush metal frame (most economical) for all sizes available in 6 metal finishes
  • Inset metal frame in 2 finishes
  • Wood float frame in 6 finishes including recycled barnwood

Hanging 

  • The standard mount is the Float Mount or none
  • 5/8” alum. Post available for sizes up to 24”x36” 
  • 1” alum. post available for sizes 30”x40” and larger 

Cleaning:

  • Clean metal art prints with non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. These will not harm the surface. 
  • We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. 
  • No cleaners containing ammonia, abrasives, or corrosive chemicals should be used.

All products sold in the USA are printed and assembled with Pride in USA.

We own the rights to all our own images shown

See our Product Guide for detailed information about our print mediums, framing, packaging and more. 

Acrylic photograph

Our face-mounted acrylics are the preferred choice of galleries and serious collectors for their clarity and longevity. 

Glossy Acrylic Thickness:

  • 1/8” thick
  • 1/4” (museum grade) thick

Permanent backing:

  • 1/4” ACM panel for longevity and rigidity

Sizing:

  • Available in standard sizes from 16”x20” to 40”x60”
  • Custom order acrylic photos are available upon request (larger sizing/slips/triptychs)

Hanging Hardware:

  • The standard mount is the Float Mount 
  • 5/8” alum. Post available for sizes up to 24”x36” 
  • 1” alum. post available for sizes 30”x40” and larger.

Limited Editions:

  • Limited edition prints of 25 are available for the following sizes: 30”x40”, 36”x48” and 40”x60”

Shipping Notes:

  • Larger sizes may be crated to ensure extra protection during shipping. Additional shipping charges will apply.

Cleaning

  • Use a special acrylic cleaner available at most hardware stores.
  • Or use a dampened, not soaked, 100% cotton cloth - like a T-shirt. Dampen with a mixture of dish washing soap and water.
  • Never use an ammonia-based glass cleaner such as Windex. The ammonia will cloud the acrylic.

All products sold in the USA are printed and assembled with Pride in USA.

We own the rights to all our own images shown

See our Product Guide for detailed information about our print mediums, framing, packaging and more

Shop with confidence

Clear sizing for your wall art

Different images look best in different sizes and proportions. I don't lure you in with deceptive prices on ridiculously small prints. Instead, I select the best sizes and mediums for each piece of wall art. Because some of my images were taken during the earlier days of digital photography, I cannot enlarge them beyond certain sizes without losing quality.

Transparent pricing

No hidden fees. Everything, including 2-day shipping, is reflected in the price, so you'll know exactly how much you'll pay. However, state and local taxes have to be added separately and vary based on your location. They will be automatically calculated at checkout.

Quality printing

I work with one of the finest print houses in the US to print, assemble and ship all of your orders

Frame add-ons

Should you decide to use a framed option, I have pre-selected a few of our favorite box frames for you to choose from. Looking for something different?

Stunning mediums, handpicked
for each print

Different images require different mediums to reflect the photographers’ artistic vision and to preserve artistic integrity. A black and white architectural print aimed to create an industrial feel will require a different medium from a brilliant nature photo. I recommend the best mediums for each fine art photo shown on this website so you can order confidently, knowing that the piece of artwork you receive will reflect the style you are hoping to create.

Made and sold in the USA

All North American orders will be printed at one of the finest print houses in the US.

For international orders, we'll select the top print house in your region to save on what may be substantial shipping costs.