Akila Berjaoui “Beach Bums” — Monumental Custom Oversized Limited-Edition Photograph

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Akila Berjaoui “Beach Bums” — Monumental Custom Oversized Limited-Edition Photograph

SIGNED & NUMBERED | CUSTOM 51" × 77" PRINT | … Read more Akila Berjaoui “Beach Bums” — Monumental Custom Oversized Limited-Edition Photograph

SIGNED & NUMBERED | CUSTOM 51" × 77" PRINT | 64" × 90" FRAMED | WHITE OAK | GALLERY QUALITY

An extraordinary, monumental presentation of Akila Berjaoui’s iconic photograph "Beach Bums", photographed in Australia in 2013.

This exceptionally large signed and numbered limited-edition print was specially produced by Akila Berjaoui in this oversized format at the owner's request. Measuring approximately 51" × 77" before framing, this custom size is not currently offered online, making this an unusually distinctive example for the serious collector or interior designer seeking something beyond the standard edition.

Professionally framed shortly after its acquisition in 2024, the finished work measures approximately 64" × 90" and features a substantial 6" double-stacked white oak frame with stacked plexiglass glazing, meticulously constructed to accommodate the extraordinary scale of the photograph.

The result is a true statement work of fine-art photography—ideal for a grand living room, primary suite, luxury hospitality environment, expansive entry, media room, or any interior requiring a single commanding focal point.

THE ARTIST

Akila Berjaoui is celebrated for her evocative analogue photography capturing the sensuality, warmth and nostalgia of sun-drenched coastal life. Her work is distinguished by rich color, natural light, water, sand and an unmistakable sense of timeless summer.

Drawing inspiration from destinations including Australia, France, Italy, Greece, Spain and Brazil, Berjaoui's photographs transport the viewer into another place and time. Her large-format approach is particularly effective in sophisticated interiors, where the scale and atmosphere of the image become part of the architecture of the room.

"Beach Bums" is among her most recognizable and sought-after images.

A RARE CUSTOM PRESENTATION

This particular photograph is especially compelling because of its unusually large custom format.

The print was specially commissioned in this size after the owner requested an oversized version from the artist. At approximately 51" × 77" unframed and 64" × 90" framed, it possesses a scale rarely encountered in photographic works intended for residential interiors.

For an interior designer, this makes the piece particularly versatile as a dramatic anchor above a substantial sofa, console, credenza, fireplace or feature wall.

DETAILS

Artist: Akila Berjaoui
* Title: Beach Bums
* Photographed: 2013
* Location: Australia
* Edition: Limited Edition
* Signature: Signed and numbered by the artist
* Print Size: 130 × 195 cm / approximately 51" × 77"
* Photographic Border: Approximately 15 cm / 6"
* Overall Framed Size: Approximately 64" × 90"
* Frame: Custom 6" double-stacked white oak
* Glazing: Stacked plexiglass
* Print Quality: Archival fine-art photographic print
* Condition: Like New — No imperfections
* Purchased: 2024
* Framed: Professionally framed shortly after purchase
* Original Investment: Over $6,000
* Current Asking Price: $5,000

PRINT & MATERIAL QUALITY

The work is produced using premium archival photographic materials associated with Berjaoui's editions, including Ilford Galerie Prestige Smooth Pearl 310 gsm or Hahnemühle Photo Pearl 310 gsm.

The professionally constructed framing was specifically engineered for the extraordinary dimensions of this work. The stacked plexiglass provides an elegant presentation while substantially reducing the weight and practical challenges associated with glazing a photograph of this scale.

CONDITION

Excellent / Like New.

The photograph and frame have been exceptionally cared for and show no imperfections. The frame was professionally fabricated and installed with meticulous attention to proportion, construction and finish.

The artwork is being offered as a complete, gallery-quality, ready-to-install presentation.

ACQUIRED FOR A PRIVATE COLLECTION

The work was purchased in 2024 and professionally framed shortly thereafter. The owner is selling only because of an upcoming move and a change in available wall space.

This is not a piece being sold because of condition or quality—it is a **reluctant sale of a favorite work that has simply become too large for the next residence**.

DESIGN STATEMENT

At nearly 7½ feet wide, this is photography intended to be experienced at architectural scale.

The expansive composition, luminous coastal palette and generous proportions make "Beach Bums" exceptionally effective in contemporary, transitional, modern Mediterranean, coastal, minimalist and luxury residential interiors.

Placed properly, the photograph becomes more than artwork—it becomes a visual window into an endless summer, bringing warmth, movement and an unmistakable sense of escape into the room.

For designers, collectors and art-forward homeowners seeking a truly memorable focal point, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an oversized, signed and numbered Akila Berjaoui limited edition in a custom format that is not currently available through the artist's online collection.

$5,000

The original investment in the photograph and professional gallery-quality framing was over $6,000.

Professional interior designers and serious collectors are welcome to inquire for additional photographs, dimensions, framing details, edition information and provenance. See less